Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF1632

Introduced
2/20/25  

Caption

Aspirus Lake View Hospital certified nursing assistant training grant appropriation

Impact

The funds allocated under SF1632 can be used for various purposes, including training and curriculum development, certification testing, and offering retention bonuses for trainees. This initiative is expected to enhance the healthcare workforce in Minnesota, particularly at a time when demand for certified nursing assistants is high due to an aging population and increased healthcare needs. The appropriation will be available until June 30, 2027, indicating a commitment to long-term workforce development.

Summary

SF1632 is a legislative bill aimed at supporting workforce development in Minnesota by appropriating $42,000 from the workforce development fund. This funding is designated for a grant to Aspirus Lake View Hospital, a nonprofit organization, to facilitate certified nursing assistant training. The bill's primary goal is to create up to 12 new certified nursing assistants to meet the needs of local employers, thereby addressing workforce shortages in the healthcare sector.

Contention

While the bill is primarily focused on workforce development, potential points of contention may arise regarding the effectiveness of grant funding and the specific use of taxpayer money. Questions could be raised about the sustainability of the training program and whether it will sufficiently address the needs of the healthcare sector. Additionally, there may be differing opinions on the adequacy of funding levels for comparable workforce training initiatives across different sectors.

Companion Bills

MN HF105

Similar To Aspirus Lake View Hospital grant funding provided for certified nursing assistant training, and money appropriated.

Previously Filed As

MN SF2303

Online hospitality training program establishment and appropriation

MN SF4028

Hired appropriation for employment assistance training

MN SF5331

Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board certified worker organization grants appropriation

MN SF4816

Meat-cutting and butchery training grants appropriations

MN SF3363

Nursing facility workforce incentive grant program and appropriations

MN SF1578

ProStart and Hospitality Tourism Management Program grant appropriation

MN HF3979

Training requirements for nursing assistants and medication aides modified.

MN SF4235

Nursing assistants and medication aides training requirements modifications

MN HF1241

Online hospitality training program creation funding provided, and money appropriated.

MN SF2185

Rural economic development technical assistance grants appropriation

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.