Minnesota House Bill HF2402

Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/2/23
• Refer: 3/2/23

Caption

Dakota County; behavioral health crisis facility funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

Impact

The passage of HF2402 is expected to enhance mental health services in the region by expanding the existing infrastructure to manage behavioral health crises more effectively. By establishing this facility in collaboration with Guild Incorporated, a nonprofit organization, the bill aims to improve community access to critical mental health resources. Furthermore, this funding complements previous grants provided by the Department of Human Services, bringing the total state funding for the facility to $13,500,000.

Summary

HF2402 is a legislative proposal aimed at funding a new behavioral health crisis facility in Dakota County, Minnesota. The bill appropriates a total of $10,042,000 from state bond proceeds to support the design, construction, furnishing, and equipping of a facility intended to provide intensive residential and treatment services for individuals experiencing mental health crises. This facility will feature 16 beds for both acute stabilization and treatment, serving as an alternative to inpatient psychiatric hospitalization.

Contention

While there may not have been explicit public contention noted in the provided materials, any new funding measures, particularly for health-related issues, often draw scrutiny regarding fiscal responsibility and the effectiveness of such services. Stakeholders may discuss the ongoing need for mental health funding and facilities and how such investments align with broader state budget priorities. Additionally, the collaboration with a nonprofit may raise questions about service delivery effectiveness and reliance on private sector involvement in public health initiatives.