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HF 1973

Catholic Charities of St. Cloud senior dining program funding provided, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Paul Anderson and 2 co-sponsors

The bill authorizes state funding to Catholic Charities of St. Cloud to run a senior dining program providing meals and related services to eligible seniors.

Authors added Wolgamott and Anderson, P. H.
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Bill Summary · HF 1973

Summary of HF 1973 (2025-2026) – Minnesota

Purpose and intent

HF 1973 authorizes and provides funding for a senior dining program operated by Catholic Charities of St. Cloud. The bill assigns state financial support to support meals and related services for seniors, with the goal of improving access to nutritious meals and related care for eligible older adults in the St. Cloud service area.

Key provisions and changes

  • Funding authorization and appropriation: The bill designates state dollars to Catholic Charities of St. Cloud specifically for a senior dining program. It likely outlines the total funding amount and the fiscal year(s) for which the money is appropriated, plus any required reporting or compliance elements.
  • Program scope: The funding supports a senior dining program, which typically includes daily or regular meal provision, congregate dining services, and potentially related nutrition education, social engagement, and supportive services for seniors.
  • Administration and oversight: The bill would establish or reference the mechanism by which the program is administered, including whether Catholic Charities of St. Cloud is the recipient of state funds with responsibilities for program implementation, budgeting, and reporting. It may also specify reporting requirements to the Legislature or a state department (e.g., health, human services) to ensure accountability.

Note: Specific dollar amounts, duration of funding, matching requirements, performance metrics, or conditions (such as ensuring meals meet nutritional standards or accessibility requirements) would be detailed in the bill text. The summary here captures the general thrust pending exact fiscal provisions.

Who would be affected

  • Primary recipient: Catholic Charities of St. Cloud, as the program administrator and recipient of state funds for the senior dining program.
  • Beneficiaries: Eligible senior residents who participate in the senior dining program, benefiting from meals and related services.
  • State agencies/oversight bodies: Likely involves reporting to a state department (e.g., Department of Human Services or related health/human services agency) for program oversight, fiscal accountability, and performance metrics.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introductions and amendments:
    • Introduced and read in the House on March 6, 2025.
    • Authors added on March 20, 2025: Senators Wolgamott and Anderson (House context may indicate companion or sponsor roles in the chamber of introduction).
  • Sponsorship:
    • Co-sponsors listed: Bernie Perryman, Dan Wolgamott, Paul Anderson.
  • Next steps:
    • The bill would move through committee consideration (likely Human Services Finance and Policy) for hearings, potential amendments, and a committee vote before advancing to floor action.
    • If passed by both chambers, it would proceed to conference committee as needed and toward the governor’s signature.

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Increases in funding for senior nutrition services could improve access to meals and reduce food insecurity among seniors served by the program.
  • Accountability requirements will determine how funds are tracked, what outcomes are measured (e.g., meals served, participant participation, nutritional adequacy), and how reporting informs ongoing appropriations.
  • The bill’s fiscal impact on state budgets would depend on the authorized appropriation amount, duration, and any matching or supplemental requirements.

If you have access to the full bill text, I can incorporate exact dollar amounts, program duration, reporting requirements, and compliance provisions to refine this summary.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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