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Bill Summary · SF 4931

Summary of SF 4931 (Session 2025-2026) — Minnesota: School-based Health Center Services Modification

Purpose and intent

SF 4931 seeks to modify the scope, funding, and administration of school-based health centers (SBHCs) in Minnesota. The bill aims to expand or adjust access to health services delivered through SBHCs, clarify responsibilities among school systems and health providers, and align program requirements with current public health needs and funding mechanisms. The overall goal appears to be enhancing access to preventive and primary care for students, particularly in underserved or medically underserved communities, by refining how SBHCs operate within schools.

Key provisions and changes (as introduced)

Note: The bill’s text would provide the precise statutory changes. The following summarizes typical components in a “School-based health center services modification” bill; refer to the enacted language for exact provisions.

  • Scope of services: Potential expansion or clarification of the range of services SBHCs may deliver. This could include preventive care, primary care, mental health services, substance use counseling, oral health, and chronic disease management, either on-site or via telehealth where permissible.
  • Funding and reimbursement: Provisions may specify funding streams for SBHCs, including state appropriations, grants, or reimbursement mechanisms through Medicaid/triage programs. There could be matching requirements, capitation elements, or per-visit reimbursement rates.
  • Collaborative agreements and staffing: Requirements or guidance on partnerships between schools, school districts, local public health agencies, and licensed health professionals. The bill might address staffing ratios, credentialing, and supervision standards (e.g., nurse practitioners, physician assistants, school nurses, social workers, mental health professionals).
  • Access and parity: Provisions to improve access for students with barriers to care, including uninsured or underinsured students, and to ensure services are delivered equitably across districts and in rural or high-need areas.
  • Data, privacy, and reporting: Standards for patient records, privacy protections consistent with state and federal law (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA), and required reporting on SBHC utilization, outcomes, and program effectiveness.
  • Quality assurance and accountability: Mechanisms for monitoring quality of care, safety standards, and program evaluation. Possibly includes performance metrics or accreditation expectations.
  • Administration and governance: Clarification of which entities may host or operate SBHCs, responsibilities of school boards, districts, and sponsoring organizations, and any state agency oversight.

Who is affected

  • Students: Primary beneficiaries, gaining increased access to on-site or near-site health services, including preventive and mental health care.
  • School districts and schools: Responsible for hosting SBHCs, coordinating services with providers, and ensuring compliance with program requirements.
  • Health providers and staff: Clinicians, nurses, social workers, and other personnel operating within SBHCs or providing telehealth services.
  • Families and communities: Indirect beneficiaries through improved student health outcomes and reduced barriers to care.
  • State and local health/education agencies: Ensure program administration, reporting, and compliance with funding and policy requirements.

Timeline and procedural notes

  • Introduction and first reading: March 26, 2026.
  • Committee referral: Referred to Health and Human Services on March 26, 2026. Co-sponsor: Liz Boldon.
  • Subject to standard legislative process (committee hearings, potential amendments, floor votes, and, if passed, conference committee if needed, and final governor action).

Potential impacts and considerations

  • If enacted, SBHCs could become more widely available and better integrated with school systems, addressing both physical and behavioral health needs.
  • Financial implications depend on funding levels, reimbursement structures, and any required state matching or administrative costs.
  • The bill could influence workforce planning for pediatric and adolescent health services, including telehealth capacity and school-based collaboration models.
  • Data privacy and coordination with existing FERPA/HIPAA protections will be important to implementation and stakeholder acceptance.

For readers seeking exact legal text, specific section-by-section changes, and fiscal notes, refer to the official bill text and accompanying fiscal impact statement if/when released.

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

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