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HF 709

Community care hub grant established, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jeff Backer and 8 co-sponsors

HF 709 creates community care hubs with state grants to coordinate health, behavioral health, and social services for integrated, person-centered local care.

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Bill Summary · HF 709

Summary of HF 709 (Session 2025-2026) – Minnesota

Title

Community care hub grant established, and money appropriated.

Purpose and intent

HF 709 creates a framework for establishing “community care hubs” and provides state funding to support their development, operation, and related activities. The bill aims to improve access to coordinated, community-based care and supports the integration of services to meet local health, behavioral health, and social support needs. The underlying goal is to enhance person-centered care, reduce gaps in service availability, and promote collaboration among local providers, public health entities, and community organizations.

Key provisions and changes

  • Establishment of community care hubs: The bill designates or authorizes the creation of designated hubs within communities to coordinate a range of care and services. These hubs serve as access points for individuals seeking integrated support.

  • ** grant program and funding**: HF 709 establishes a grant program to fund the development, expansion, or operation of community care hubs. It specifies funding streams, eligibility criteria, and the process for applying for and awarding grants.

  • Use of funds: Grants are intended to support activities such as:

    • Coordinated intake and navigation for health, behavioral health, and social services
    • Integrated care planning and case management
    • Community partnerships and collaboration among healthcare providers, social service organizations, and public entities
    • Data sharing, evaluation, and performance measurement to monitor outcomes

  • Eligible applicants: Entities that can apply may include local governments, health systems, nonprofit organizations, tribal organizations, and other community-based organizations involved in delivering or coordinating care and support services.

  • Reporting and accountability: The bill includes requirements for reporting on funded activities, outcomes, and utilization. This may involve performance metrics, milestones, and regular audits or reviews to ensure proper use of funds.

  • Administration and rulemaking: The measure outlines which state agency will administer the grant program and may authorize the department to develop rules or guidelines to implement the program, including application timelines, grant terms, and eligibility criteria.

  • Timeline considerations: The bill specifies start dates for grants and anticipated implementation timelines. It may also set annual funding cycles and sunset provisions or renewal processes, depending on accompanying appropriations.

  • Coordination with existing programs: HF 709 likely envisions alignment with current state health and human services initiatives, including behavioral health, primary care integration, and community-based supports, to avoid duplication and maximize impact.

Who is affected

  • Community care hub operators and staff: Entities receiving grant funding and those coordinating services within hubs.
  • Residents and service users: Individuals seeking access to integrated, community-based care and supports are expected to benefit through improved access and streamlined services.
  • Healthcare and social service providers: Hospitals, clinics, behavioral health providers, case managers, and community organizations may participate as partners or collaborators.
  • Local governments and public health entities: May participate as applicants or coordinating partners and could play a role in local implementation.
  • State agencies: Administrative responsibility for grant programs, reporting, and oversight.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and referral: The bill was introduced and referred to Health Finance and Policy for consideration.
  • Author and sponsor details: Primary sponsor is included with several co-sponsors, indicating bipartisan or collaborative support across multiple districts.
  • Implementation timing: Specific start dates for grant awards and project milestones are typically included in the text or accompanying fiscal notes; expect phased funding, with an initial funding cycle followed by renewal opportunities.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary to include the exact fiscal provisions, eligibility criteria, and anticipated funding amounts once the committee–approved text or fiscal note is available.

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

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