Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF5340

Introduced
4/8/24  

Caption

Neighborhood HealthSource clinic in North Minneapolis appropriation

Impact

The appropriation detailed in SF5340 is particularly significant as it underscores the state's commitment to enhancing healthcare access in underserved communities. By facilitating the establishment of this clinic, the bill is expected to provide much-needed healthcare services to residents of North Minneapolis, an area that may face barriers to accessing quality healthcare. This investment aligns with broader state health initiatives that aim to improve health outcomes in vulnerable populations, promoting equity in healthcare access.

Summary

SF5340 is a bill that allocates $2,750,000 from the Minnesota general fund to support the construction of a new Neighborhood HealthSource clinic in North Minneapolis. The funding is intended for various phases of the project, including predesign, design, construction, furnishing, and equipping of the new facility. This initiative aims to relocate an existing clinic currently situated on Fremont Avenue to a new site, which will also incorporate affordable housing above the clinic, managed by a separate organization.

Contention

While the bill seems to have widespread support due to its focus on health and community welfare, potential contention may arise regarding the allocation of funds and the management of the project. Questions can be raised about the oversight of the construction and the effectiveness of utilizing funds for both health services and housing in one project. Stakeholders may also debate the choice of site and the long-term sustainability of both the health clinic and the affordable housing above it. Concerns about operational efficiency and the impact of housing on healthcare delivery could generate discussion among local residents and policymakers.

Companion Bills

MN HF5288

Similar To North Minneapolis; new Neighborhood HealthSource clinic funding provided, and money appropriated.

Previously Filed As

MN HF5288

North Minneapolis; new Neighborhood HealthSource clinic funding provided, and money appropriated.

MN SF396

North Minneapolis V3 Center appropriation

MN HF850

North Minneapolis neighborhood V3 Center funding provided, and money appropriated.

MN SF5011

North Commons Park in Minneapolis bond issue and appropriation

MN HF4888

Minneapolis; Native American Community Clinic capital improvements appropriations modified.

MN SF4922

City of Minneapolis Native American Community Clinic capital improvements appropriations modifications

MN SF1534

The Link appropriation for a multiuse facility in North Minneapolis

MN SF3219

North Minneapolis year-round indoor public market appropriation

MN SF2156

City of Minneapolis North Commons Park bond issuance and appropriation

MN SF1522

North Minneapolis flood mitigation projects bond issue and appropriation

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.