This bill amends various provisions of Minnesota Statutes to enhance the regulation and oversight of human services and health care, particularly focusing on the Department of Human Services and its Office of Inspector General. Key changes include establishing medical assistance fraud as a crime, introducing criminal penalties for such offenses, and forming working groups to address these issues. The bill also mandates new requirements for applicants and license holders receiving public funding, including notarized attestations regarding assistance received in preparing licensure applications. Additionally, it clarifies the authority of the commissioner of human services regarding sanctions and updates the application process for licensure, ensuring compliance with specific requirements. The bill also repeals several existing statutes deemed unnecessary, streamlining the regulatory framework.

Significant amendments include the introduction of new definitions and requirements related to background studies for individuals working in licensed programs, expanding the criteria for disqualification based on criminal offenses. The bill emphasizes the importance of compliance training for owners and managerial staff of medical assistance agencies, mandates the completion of crisis treatment plans within 24 hours of admission, and establishes new requirements for mobile crisis services. Furthermore, it outlines the responsibilities of providers regarding documentation and billing processes, particularly in relation to children's therapeutic services and supports. Overall, the legislation aims to improve accountability, enhance service delivery, and protect vulnerable populations within Minnesota's health care and human services systems.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 144G.41, 295.50
1st Engrossment: 142B.01, 245.095, 245A.02, 245D.081, 256B.04, 256B.064, 256B.0651, 256B.0949, 256B.69, 256B.85, 13A.03, 245A.07, 245C.02, 245C.03, 245C.04, 245C.15, 609.21, 245C.24, 245D.04, 245D.10, 256B.02, 256B.27, 256B.0625, 256B.0761, 256B.055, 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, 245D.12, 256B.073, 256B.0911, 256B.4905, 256B.4912, 256B.4914, 256B.492, 256S.20, 256S.21, 8.16, 144G.41, 295.50, 609.52, 609.466