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MN HF3769

MN HF3769
Multiple levels of substance abuse care provided by the commissioner of corrections clarified in law, access to mental health unit beds for incarcerated persons expanded, and mandatory tuberculosis screening in correctional facilities clarified.


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Introduced
02/26/2026
In Committee
03/25/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to corrections; clarifying in law the multiple levels of substance abuse care provided by the commissioner of corrections; expanding access to mental health unit beds for incarcerated persons; clarifying mandatory tuberculosis screening in correctional facilities; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 144.445, subdivisions 1, 2, by adding a subdivision; 241.021, subdivision 4a; 241.69, subdivisions 1, 3, 4, 5, 6.

AI Summary

This bill clarifies the substance abuse treatment programs provided by the commissioner of corrections, ensuring they meet established standards for community-based facilities and allowing for equivalent alternative standards when necessary. It also expands access to mental health unit beds for incarcerated individuals by allowing for assessment, evaluation, and stabilization, and clarifies the process for judicial commitment to these units, including provisions for inmates who refuse testing or treatment. Additionally, the bill mandates tuberculosis (TB) screening for incarcerated individuals within 14 days of intake and annually thereafter, and for employees before employment and annually, with options for Mantoux tests, blood tests (Quantiferon Gold-Plus), or chest x-rays, and establishes procedures for court-ordered TB testing if an inmate refuses.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Second reading (on 03/25/2026)

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