This bill amends various sections of Minnesota Statutes to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding human services, particularly focusing on health care, licensing, and oversight of programs serving vulnerable populations. It introduces new requirements for health care services, including prohibiting prior authorization for certain emergency and outpatient treatments, and mandates the submission of reports while appropriating funds for implementation. Key amendments clarify the authority of the commissioner of human services, define the roles of controlling individuals within licensed programs, and establish new compliance requirements for applicants, including attestation regarding assistance received in preparing applications. The bill also emphasizes the importance of accountability and compliance, allowing the commissioner to impose sanctions for noncompliance and introducing a preenrollment risk assessment process for medical assistance providers.

Additionally, the bill outlines significant changes to the licensing process for various health and human services, including the establishment of Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics (CCBHCs) and new requirements for crisis intervention services. It mandates comprehensive evaluations and integrated treatment plans for clients, ensuring that services are culturally relevant and tailored to individual needs. The legislation also addresses the need for electronic visit verification systems, documentation standards, and the establishment of a home and community-based services support team to assist providers. Overall, the bill aims to improve the efficiency, accountability, and quality of health and human services delivery in Minnesota, with a focus on enhancing care for vulnerable populations.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 256B.0658, 256L.03, 256B.051
1st Engrossment: 256B.0658, 256L.03, 256B.051
1st Unofficial Engrossment: 256B.04, 256B.0658, 256L.03, 256B.051
2nd Unofficial Engrossment: 62M.07, 142B.01, 245.095, 245A.02, 245D.081, 256B.02, 256B.064, 256B.0949, 256B.69, 245A.043, 245A.07, 256B.04, 245C.03, 245.735, 245A.10, 245A.65, 245G.03, 245I.011, 245I.02, 245I.03, 245I.06, 245I.07, 245I.10, 256B.0623, 256B.0624, 256B.0943, 245A.03, 245A.042, 245D.261, 256.01, 256B.0625, 256B.073, 256B.0911, 256B.4912, 256B.4914, 256B.492, 256I.03, 256I.04, 256I.05, 256S.21, 16A.103, 256B.05, 142E.16, 245.096