Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF3036

Introduced
4/2/25  

Caption

Tribally licensed residential substance use disorder treatment providers required to enroll in the substance use disorder demonstration project.

Impact

If enacted, HF3036 would ensure that all residential substance use disorder treatment programs receiving payments under the Minnesota healthcare chapter comply with a unified set of requirements. This is likely to enhance the quality and consistency of care offered by licensed providers across the state, leading to improved health outcomes for those seeking treatment. Additionally, requiring enrollment could facilitate better oversight and accountability for these providers, creating a more robust support system for individuals battling substance use disorders.

Summary

House File 3036 (HF3036) seeks to require Tribally licensed residential substance use disorder treatment providers to enroll in the state's substance use disorder demonstration project. The bill aims to amend existing provisions within Minnesota Statutes to create a structured enrollment process for providers, including setting deadlines for compliance with these requirements. Specifically, it mandates that both nonresidential and residential treatment programs conform to these new standards by specified dates in 2024 and 2028, respectively.

Contention

However, the bill has raised some concerns. Critics from various advocacy groups may argue that the mandatory enrollment requirement could burden Tribally licensed programs, particularly those that are already dealing with limited resources. They may express concerns about the feasibility of meeting the new standards within the allotted timeframes and the implications for service continuity as providers transition to meet these new requirements. Furthermore, the requirement for out-of-state residential programs to enroll may also be a point of contention, potentially limiting access to necessary treatments for residents who seek care beyond state lines.

Companion Bills

MN SF3170

Similar To Tribally licensed residential substance use disorder treatment providers requirement to enroll in the substance use disorder demonstration project

Previously Filed As

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 HF2628

Fees provided and waived for certified birth records, identification cards, and driver's licenses for persons treated for substance use disorder; substance use disorder treatment plan review requirements modified; transition follow-up counseling provided; treatment rate and staffing requirements modified; temporary rate increases provided; and transition support service recommendations directed.

MN SF1692

Policies governing access to substance use disorder treatment services modification

MN HF4392

Human services; provisions modified relating to disability services, aging services, and substance use disorder services; Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Services Act modified; subminimum wages phased out; blood-borne pathogen provisions expanded to all state-operated treatment programs; and expired reports removed.

MN SF3459

Substance abuse disorder treatment requirements modifications

MN HF1403

Aging, disability, behavioral health, substance use disorder, and statewide opioid litigation laws modified and established.

MN HF3486

Substance use disorder treatment; licensed alcohol and drug counselors continuing education requirements modified, religious objections to placements in substance use disorder treatment programs allowed, comprehensive assessment requirements modified, courts or other placement authorities prohibited from compelling an individual to participate in religious elements of substance use disorder treatment, and report required.

MN SF2499

Fees provision and dismissal for certified birth records, identification cards and driver's licenses for persons treated for substance use disorder who are eligible for medical assistance

MN HF2234

Home and community-based services systemic critical incident review team established, adult foster care and community residential setting licensing provisions clarified, substance use disorder treatment requirements modified, councils and committees extended, provider-controlled and own-home settings clarified, and chemical health pilot program obsolete language repealed.

MN HF1486

Supervised practice of alcohol and drug counseling by former students allowed for limited time, HIV training requirements modified in substance use disorder treatment programs, withdrawal management license requirements modified, and substance use disorder treatment client record documentation requirements modified.

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