Language removal from Minnesota Statutes concerning expired human services reports to the legislature
Impact
The proposed changes will affect several sections of Minnesota statutes related to human services. By repealing outdated language concerning expired reports, the bill intends to enhance the efficiency of legislative processes regarding health and human services, allowing for more relevant and timely updates to be reported to legislators. This modernization is expected to improve the operational framework within the Department of Human Services, enabling better service delivery for individuals with substance use disorders.
Summary
Senate File 4864 proposes amendments to existing Minnesota Statutes, aiming to streamline the laws regarding human services by removing references to expired human service reports. This legislative initiative seeks to modernize the legal framework concerning provisions for addiction and mental health services, particularly focusing on substance misuse and substance use disorders. The bill emphasizes the need for an updated statutory language to ensure that the state's human services delivery aligns with contemporary practices and challenges.
Contention
Despite its focus on removing outdated provisions, the bill could spark discussions on the adequacy of current reporting mechanisms and how they align with the needs of communities facing substance misuse challenges. There may be concerns regarding whether the removal of these statutes could lead to a lack of accountability or transparency in the management of substance abuse programs. As stakeholders evaluate the implications of these changes, the balance between simplifying legislation and maintaining comprehensive oversight will likely be a point of contention.
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.
Access to substance use disorder treatment services governing policies modified, home and community-based services workforce development grants eligibility modified, and workforce development grant money excluded from income.
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.
Rail safety; emergency incident preparedness provided for rail transport of oil and other hazardous substances, railroad training requirements established, manager and incident response team training requirements expanded, incident reports required, and money appropriated.
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.