The bill establishes a new "home and community-based services early and often licensor and compliance team" within the Department of Human Services, as outlined in the amended Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 245A.042. This team is tasked with providing proactive support to applicants and license holders during the initial year of operation for licensed home and community-based programs. The team will consist of members with expertise in licensing and medical assistance requirements, and it will offer technical assistance for completing license applications and conducting scheduled and unscheduled visits to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Additionally, the bill allows the compliance team to issue a licensing and compliance review report with recommendations if a license holder fails to achieve compliance during their visits, provided that such failures do not pose an imminent danger to the health or safety of those served. Importantly, the bill clarifies that the commissioner's authority to suspend or revoke licenses, issue fines, or impose sanctions remains intact, ensuring that compliance measures are enforced effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 245A.042