Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF2421

Introduced
3/17/25  

Caption

Council on direct support professionals established, report required, and money appropriated.

Impact

The bill has significant implications for state laws relating to human services. It seeks to amend existing statutes to create a formal structure for advocating the interests of direct support professionals, including their education, compensation, and working conditions. Moreover, it appropriates funds to support the activities of this Council, enabling it to conduct assessments and propose changes to existing laws and practices in human services. This initiative represents a proactive approach to ensure that the workforce is adequately equipped to meet the challenges of providing care and support for vulnerable populations.

Summary

House File 2421 aims to establish a Council on Direct Support Professionals in Minnesota, addressing the critical shortage of professionals who provide essential support services to individuals with disabilities and older adults. The bill emphasizes the creation of a statewide strategic plan to enhance the recruitment, education, and retention of these professionals, ultimately improving the availability of direct support services throughout the state. The objective is not only to meet current demands but also to anticipate future needs in this vital sector.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HF2421 may stem from differing perspectives on funding allocations for human services and the involvement of various stakeholders in the Council. Critics may argue about the effectiveness of establishing a new council versus utilizing existing frameworks to address workforce issues in human services. Additionally, there could be debates on ensuring that the voices of direct support professionals, service users, and advocacy groups are properly represented in council deliberations. Balancing the interests of these diverse groups will be essential for the successful implementation of the council's strategies.

Companion Bills

MN SF1418

Similar To Direct support professionals council establishment and appropriation

Previously Filed As

MN HF5033

Child fatality and near fatality review process and a Supreme Court council on child protection established, reports required, 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.

MN HF2617

Supported decision making grant programs established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF2476

Child protection; economic supports; housing and homelessness; child care licensing; Department of Children, Youth, and Families provisions modified; reports required; and money appropriated.

MN HF1436

Programs to address health and human services workforce shortage expanded and established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF3495

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.

MN HF2099

Task Force on Pregnancy Health and Substance Use Disorders established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF813

Home and community-based workforce incentive fund grants established, awareness-building campaign for recruitment of direct care professionals established, and money appropriated.

MN HF4606

Direct support professionals allowed to access MinnesotaCare, and money appropriated.

MN HF1298

Essential community supports modified, respite service grant funding provided, reports required, and money appropriated.

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