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SF 4113

Minnesota Parkinson's Research Trust Fund establishment

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger and 1 co-sponsor

Minnesota establishes a dedicated Parkinson's Research Trust Fund to finance state-supported research into Parkinson's disease and related neurological conditions.

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Bill Summary · SF 4113

Legislative bill overview

SF 4113 establishes a Minnesota Parkinson's Research Trust Fund to provide dedicated state funding for research into Parkinson's disease and related neurological conditions. The bill creates a mechanism for collecting and allocating resources specifically toward advancing treatment options and understanding of the disease within Minnesota institutions.

Why is this important

Parkinson's disease affects approximately 60,000 Minnesotans, with healthcare costs and lost productivity creating significant economic and social burden. Dedicated research funding can accelerate development of new treatments, improve diagnostic capabilities, and potentially position Minnesota as a research leader while benefiting patients and their families facing this progressive neurological condition.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source uncertainty: The bill's specific funding mechanism (whether through general revenue, surcharges, donations, or other sources) is not detailed in available information, raising questions about fiscal impact and budget priorities
  • Research allocation priorities: Stakeholders may disagree on whether funding should prioritize basic research, clinical trials, treatment access, or preventive research
  • Administrative overhead: Concerns about what percentage of collected funds will support actual research versus administrative and management costs

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

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