County grants for jail diversion programs provided, and money appropriated.

HF 3201 creates a state grant program for Minnesota counties to fund jail diversion initiatives for individuals with mental illnesses or substance use disorders. The bill appropriates funds for fiscal years 2026-2028 to help counties establish programs that provide reentry services like transportation, medical assistance applications, mental health referrals, and coordination with community providers. Counties receiving grants must use funds for specific services outlined in the bill, including discharge planning for people leaving jail and hiring staff. Grantees are required to report data on program outcomes annually, with results made publicly available. This directly affects counties implementing diversion programs and impacts individuals released from county jails with mental health or substance use needs.