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HF2435 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Health and human services finance bill.

Related bill: SF2669

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to modify provisions related to health care in Minnesota. It addresses regulatory measures across various aspects of health care, including pharmacy services, background studies, program integrity, and licensing boards. The bill also involves rulemaking, report requirements, and the allocation of state funds.

Main Provisions

  • Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) Fees: Updates fees that HMOs must pay to the Minnesota Department of Health for applications, amendments, and reports. This specifically includes a $10,000 fee for filing a certificate of authority, $125 for amendments, $400 for annual reports, and $200 for quarterly reports.
  • Rulemaking and Reporting: Mandates rulemaking for certain provisions and requires regular reporting to ensure compliance and transparency within health-related activities and services.
  • Department Functions: Clarifies roles and procedures within the Department of Health, enhancing oversight and administrative processes.
  • Program Integrity and Licensing: Seeks to improve the integrity of programs administered by the Department of Human Services and updates licensing board procedures.
  • Funding and Financial Allocations: Provides for fiscal adjustments and appropriations to support the ongoing implementation of these changes.

Significant Changes

  • Increases specific filing fees for health services, reflecting inflation or increased administrative costs.
  • Introduces new subdivisions and amendments to existing statutes, aiming to streamline operations and ensure regulatory frameworks are up to date.
  • Repeals certain outdated regulatory provisions and rules to reduce redundancy and improve efficiency.

Relevant Terms

  • Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)
  • Department of Health
  • Background Studies
  • Program Integrity
  • Licensing Boards
  • Rulemaking
  • Appropriations

Bill text versions

Past committee meetings

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
May 12, 2025SenateFloorActionReceived from House
May 12, 2025SenateFloorActionReceived from House
May 12, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
May 12, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
May 12, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toRules and Administration
May 12, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toRules and Administration
May 13, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders
May 13, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders
May 13, 2025SenateFloorActionSecond reading
May 13, 2025SenateFloorActionSecond reading
May 14, 2025SenateFloorActionSpecial Order: Amended
May 14, 2025SenateFloorActionSpecial Order: Amended
May 14, 2025SenateFloorActionThird reading Passed as amended
May 14, 2025SenateFloorActionThird reading Passed as amended
May 14, 2025HouseFloorActionHouse conferees
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse not concur, conference committee requested
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse not concur, conference committee requested
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse not concur, conference committee requested
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse conferees
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse conferees
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse conferees
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate accedes, CC of 3 be appointed
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate accedes, CC of 3 be appointed
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate conferees
May 16, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate conferees
May 16, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate accedes, conference committee of 3 be appointed
May 16, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate conferees
HouseFloorActionJoint rule 3.02(a), conference committee discharged, bill laid on table

Citations

 
[
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "A new fee specified for filing each quarterly report."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Amends fee structure for health maintenance organizations under section 62D.21.",
      "modified": [
        "Changes in the fee amounts for various filings."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "62D.21"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Refers to section 144.122 for the prescription of fees by the commissioner of health.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "144.122"
  }
]

Progress through the legislative process

50%
Passed Chamber

Sponsors