Community first services and supports program modified.

This bill modifies Minnesota's Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) program to strengthen how service plans are created and how providers operate. It requires that service delivery plans be developed through a person-centered planning process involving the participant, their representatives, and consultation services providers, with plans reviewed at least annually or when significant changes occur. The bill also establishes stricter qualifications for agency-providers and Family Member Services (FMS) providers, including requirements for background checks, compliance with state and federal laws, and prohibitions on direct marketing to potential participants. Additionally, it mandates that providers pay support workers based on actual hours worked and include detailed budgeting and training plans in service agreements. These changes aim to improve transparency, accountability, and participant-centered care within the program.