Minnesota Senate Bill SF3133

Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/27/23
• Refer: 3/27/23

Caption

Providers of board and lodging with special services rates increase

Impact

The proposed changes will enable agencies to set higher rates for room and board based on necessities such as changes in care needs or facility operations. One significant adjustment is the allowance for a 16 percent increase in monthly rates beginning July 1, 2023. This adjustment is aimed at helping facilities manage rising operational costs and ensuring that providers can continue to offer quality services to residents who require these essential support systems.

Summary

SF3133 is a legislative bill introduced for increasing rates to providers of board and lodging with special services, particularly aimed at supporting individuals with mental illness and substance use disorders. The bill makes amendments to Minnesota Statutes, particularly section 256I.05, which outlines conditions under which agencies may increase compensation for housing support services. This legislation not only addresses economic aspects but also seeks to enhance the quality of care provided to vulnerable populations in Minnesota.

Contention

There are notable discussions regarding the implications of these rate increases on budget allocations and the overall fiscal health of the state’s human services provisions. Supporters of the bill argue that the increases are necessary to keep pace with inflation and the increasing demand for services, while critics raise concerns about the long-term sustainability of funding these increases. Ensuring that these provisions do not compromise essential services to other areas of the budget remains a contentious point among legislators.