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This bill modifies several human services programs to explicitly allow swimming lessons for individuals with disabilities who are at higher risk of drowning, as identified by the Centers for Disease Control Vital Statistics System. Specifically, the bill updates three existing programs: the family support grant program, the consumer support grant program, and the community first services and supports (CFSS) program. Under these programs, swimming lessons would now be considered an allowable expense that goes beyond normal care costs and can be funded to help prevent drowning for participants with disabilities. The bill also directs the commissioner of human services to provide guidance to counties about these changes and to include swimming lessons as a covered service under disability waivers, including consumer-directed community supports. The changes are intended to provide additional support and safety options for individuals with disabilities, with the swimming lessons aimed at increasing independence and reducing the risk of drowning. The provisions will become effective either on July 1, 2025, or January 1, 2026, depending on the specific program, and are contingent upon federal approval from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF3040&ssn=0&y=2025