Bill > HF1337

This bill modifies Minnesota's housing support agreements by expanding the rules governing how agencies can enter into agreements with housing support providers. Specifically, the bill prohibits agencies from refusing to form housing support agreements based on certain factors, including the type of public funding a potential resident might receive or characteristics of the housing establishment such as its size, location, or zoning classification. The bill maintains existing requirements for written agreements, which must specify details like provider licensing, address, rates, and number of beds. Providers are still required to verify minimum standards like current licensing, staff qualifications, service provisions, and reporting of adverse events. The bill also clarifies that agreement termination can occur with two months' notice, and preserves the commissioner's ability to immediately terminate agreements under certain circumstances. The key innovation is preventing agencies from arbitrarily limiting housing support agreements, which could help increase housing options for individuals receiving public assistance.

Labor and Employment

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