Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF3495

Introduced
2/12/24  
Refer
2/12/24  

Caption

Mental and behavioral health care provisions modified including service standards, adult and child mental health services grants, substance use disorder services, supportive housing, and provider certification and reimbursement; reports required; and money appropriated.

Impact

The bill is expected to vastly impact state laws concerning mental health stakeholders by emphasizing prevention and early intervention strategies. The consolidation of existing children's residential treatment programs under appropriations signifies an important step towards a more integrated approach in addressing complex mental health conditions among youths. The funding allocation for in-home mental health services is poised to reform the way care is delivered, advocating for services that are more accessible and tailored to community needs, which may reduce the overall burden on emergency services and institutional care settings.

Summary

HF3495 focuses on significant funding and structural changes to enhance mental health services in Minnesota. The bill outlines various appropriations for programs related to mental health, including a $5 million grant for respite care services, and $2.5 million for children's residential treatment programs. It aims to support comprehensive, culturally specific, and trauma-informed treatment services to address behavioral health needs. Importantly, it promotes the development of family-centered mental health services and mobile crisis teams, aligning with the state's commitment to improving healthcare access for vulnerable populations, particularly children and families in crisis.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment around HF3495 is largely positive, as proponents advocate vigorously for improved mental health infrastructure and capabilities within the state. Legislative discussions reveal a consensus on the importance of upholding mental health as a priority, with various stakeholders expressing gratitude for the increased funding aimed at promoting better health outcomes. Conversely, some members voiced concerns over the sustainability of funding and the potential risk of over-reliance on state allocations rather than addressing underlying systemic issues affecting mental health care accessibility and quality.

Contention

Notable points of contention include debates on the adequacy and long-term viability of the funding structure proposed in the bill, especially concerning the additional pressure it may place on future budget appropriations. There are discussions surrounding the requirement for accountability regarding how the funds will be utilized and monitored. Some legislators raised questions about how quickly the allocated programs can be implemented and whether they will meet the needs of the intended populations effectively. The effects of federal approval for certain provisions, particularly in behavioral services reimbursement, were also highlighted as critical for the bill's success.

Companion Bills

MN SF3451

Similar To Mental health services provision modification

Previously Filed As

MN HF2553

Mental health provider staffing, documentation, and diagnostic assessment requirements modified; certification process required; assertive community treatment and behavioral health home services staff requirements modified; adult rehabilitative mental health services provider entity standards modified; managed care contract requirements modified; grant data and reporting requirements modified; and family peer support services eligibility modified.

MN SF1811

Occupational therapy services, occupational therapists, and occupational assistants addition to mental health uniform service standards, mental health services, and children's mental health grants provision

MN HF1044

Occupational therapy services, occupational therapists, and occupational therapy assistants added to mental health uniform service standards, mental health services, and children's mental health grants.

MN SF3451

Mental health services provision modification

MN HF4190

Client supports expanded, substance use disorder licensing requirements modified, reporting system created, behavioral health reimbursement modified, tax provisions modified for individuals employed in substance use disorder treatment programs, and reports required.

MN SF1174

Children's mental health provisions modifications and appropriations

MN HF2275

Definition added for medical assistance room and board rate, eligible grant fund uses modified, cultural and ethnic minority infrastructure grant program created, mental health grant programs created, transition from homelessness program created, housing supports program created for adults with serious mental illness, definition of supportive housing modified, and application requirements modified.

MN HF3743

Community support services program standards modified, various behavioral health provisions modified, protected transport start-up grants and engagement services pilot grants established, formula-based allocation for mental health grant services recommendations required, and money appropriated.

MN HF1198

Child care assistance expanded, grants and rules regarding children's mental health expanded and modified, transition to community initiative modified, staff training requirements modified, covered transportation services modified, coverage of clinical care coordination modified, children's long-term stays in emergency room rules modified, rural family response and stabilization services pilot program established, and money appropriated.

MN HF5280

Disability services, aging services, substance use disorder services, and priority admissions and civil commitment provisions modified; Direct Care and Treatment executive board, human services response contingency account, Homelessness and Housing Support Office, workgroups, and councils established; studies and reports required; rulemaking provided; and money appropriated.

Similar Bills

MN HF4366

Civil commitment priority admission requirements modified, prisoner in a correctional facility specified to not be responsible for co-payments for mental health medications, county co-payment expense reimbursement allowed, and money appropriated.

MN HF2115

Human services policy bill.

MN HF1044

Occupational therapy services, occupational therapists, and occupational therapy assistants added to mental health uniform service standards, mental health services, and children's mental health grants.

MN SF1811

Occupational therapy services, occupational therapists, and occupational assistants addition to mental health uniform service standards, mental health services, and children's mental health grants provision

MN HF1198

Child care assistance expanded, grants and rules regarding children's mental health expanded and modified, transition to community initiative modified, staff training requirements modified, covered transportation services modified, coverage of clinical care coordination modified, children's long-term stays in emergency room rules modified, rural family response and stabilization services pilot program established, and money appropriated.

MN SF1174

Children's mental health provisions modifications and appropriations

MN HF4571

Health and human services supplemental budget bill.

MN SF3451

Mental health services provision modification