SF 1488

as introduced - 91st Legislature (2019 - 2020) Posted on 02/21/2019 02:19pm

A bill for an act
relating to human services; appropriating money for a grant to the Phoenix
Residence.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

Section 1. new text begin APPROPRIATION; INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM
DISORDER GRANT.
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new text begin (a) $250,000 in fiscal year 2020 and $150,000 in fiscal year 2021 are appropriated from
the general fund to the commissioner of human services for a grant to the Phoenix Residence
to meet the needs of individuals with autism spectrum disorder. This appropriation may be
used to provide:
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new text begin (1) best practice evidence-based programs and interventions for adults with autism
spectrum disorder in residential and nonresidential settings and to support families with
adult children through the provision of in-home respite care and community engagement
support;
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new text begin (2) adaptations to create sensory friendly and safe spaces in a residential setting;
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new text begin (3) continuing education to maintain certifications and training in evidence-based
curriculums and programs;
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new text begin (4) community engagement transportation and attendant services; and
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new text begin (5) respite care services for individuals residing in their family home.
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new text begin (b) Any unexpended balance in the first year of the biennium does not cancel and is
available in the second year of the biennium.
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new text begin (c) This is a onetime appropriation.
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