as introduced - 91st Legislature (2019 - 2020) Posted on 03/11/2020 04:23pm
A bill for an act
relating to human services; authorizing a supplementary services rate for a mental
health facility in Winona County; amending Minnesota Statutes 2018, section
256I.05, by adding a subdivision.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:
Minnesota Statutes 2018, section 256I.05, is amended by adding a subdivision
to read:
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Notwithstanding the
provisions of subdivisions 1a and 1c, beginning July 1, 2020, a county agency shall negotiate
a supplementary services rate in addition to the monthly room and board rate specified in
subdivision 1, not to exceed $750 per month, including any inflationary adjustments
authorized by law, for a housing support provider located in Winona County that operates:
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(1) a permanent supportive housing facility with 20 one-bedroom apartments for adults
with long-term homeless and long-term mental health needs; and
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(2) four homes providing part-time supervision and assistance with independent living
skills for up to ten residents with mental health diagnoses.
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