Bill
HF 2295
Overview: HF 2295, the Dakota County mental health crisis services funding bill, was introduced on March 13, 2025. The bill has been referred to the Human Services Finance and Poli
Overview: HF 2295, the Dakota County mental health crisis services funding bill, was introduced on March 13, 2025. The bill has been referred to the Human Services Finance and Policy committee.
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to provide dedicated funding for the expansion and enhancement of mental health crisis services in Dakota County. The aim is to improve access to critical mental health support and reduce the burden on emergency services.
Key Provisions:
- Appropriates $5 million in state funds to the Dakota County Community Services Department for mental health crisis services
- Requires the county to use the funds to establish a 24/7 mental health crisis hotline, mobile crisis response teams, and crisis stabilization facilities
- Mandates regular reporting on the utilization and effectiveness of the crisis services
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would directly benefit the residents of Dakota County by improving their access to mental health crisis support. Local law enforcement, emergency medical services, and the county's healthcare system would also be impacted, as the new crisis services are intended to reduce the strain on these resources.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the introduction and first reading stage, having been referred to the Human Services Finance and Policy committee. It will now proceed through the legislative process, including potential committee hearings, amendments, and votes in both the House and Senate before reaching the governor's desk.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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