Direct care services corps pilot project existing appropriation availability extended.

This bill extends the deadline for using existing funding for Minnesota's Direct Care Services Corps pilot project from June 2026 to June 2027, allowing the Metropolitan Center for Independent Living to continue the program. The legislation also requires the center to conduct a third-party evaluation of the pilot's impact on healthcare costs, staff retention, and participant satisfaction, with results due by January 15, 2028. Additionally, the bill adjusts funding allocations for various aging and disability services programs, including case management training and ombudsperson support, while extending the availability of certain grant funds through 2027 and 2029. These changes affect the state's human services budget and programs supporting individuals with disabilities and older adults.