Rep. Liz Reyer

Maddy summaryHF 1825 clarifies supervision requirements for speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs) in Minnesota. It requires supervising licensed pathologists to document at least one hour of consultative supervision per SLPA every 30 days, maintain specific credentials (including a clinical certificate and 10 hours of supervision training), and limit supervision to no more than two full-time SLPAs per pathologist. The bill also updates licensure fees for SLPAs to $493 for both initial licensure and renewal. These changes directly affect SLPAs, their supervising pathologists, and healthcare facilities employing them under Minnesota’s health occupation regulations.

Maddy summaryHF 1937 establishes Minnesota's Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), creating a new service model for seniors aged 55+ who qualify for Medicaid or specific home care waiver programs. It allows PACE providers to coordinate both Medicare and Medicaid services under one program, replacing traditional home-based waiver services for eligible participants. The bill sets Medicaid rates for PACE providers to not exceed current fee-for-service costs and requires voluntary enrollment for participants. This directly affects elderly Minnesotans seeking integrated care and providers who may operate PACE programs.

Maddy summaryHF 1945 modifies Minnesota's moratorium on new supportive housing beds to allow specific expansions, directly affecting homeless adults with disabilities (including mental illness, substance abuse, or HIV/AIDS) in Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties. The bill appropriates funds for up to 226,500 new supportive housing units, requiring counties to receive a minimum of 20 units each and ensuring at least 70% serve individuals recently discharged from treatment centers. It also permits additional beds for specialized facilities in Hennepin County, St. Cloud, Crow Wing County, and other locations serving specific populations like chronic inebriates or those with substance use disorders. The changes adjust how housing support rates are calculated and ensure unused units can be reallocated to counties with demonstrated need.

Maddy summaryHF 1860 appropriates $8 million from state bonds to fund a new regional household hazardous waste and recycling facility serving Dakota and Scott Counties. The money will be provided to a joint powers entity formed by both counties to construct and equip the facility, which will be located in Dakota County to serve residents and businesses from both areas. The bill authorizes the state to issue bonds up to $8 million to cover this appropriation, following standard bond procedures under Minnesota law. This funding directly supports waste management services for households in these two counties.

Maddy summaryHF 819 establishes the Minnesota Sustainable Foraging Task Force to develop science-based recommendations for foraging regulations on state lands. The task force, composed of 16 diverse members including Indigenous knowledge holders, scientists, conservation representatives, and foraging advocates, must gather data on foraging impacts, review current rules, and create guidelines balancing public access with ecological protection. It is required to produce a report with specific, actionable recommendations - including a permitting model allowing volunteer options - by December 1, 2026. The bill directly affects Minnesotans who forage on public lands and aims to guide future regulations through data-driven, inclusive processes.

Maddy summaryHF 1812 establishes a state-run Minnesota Health Plan to guarantee comprehensive, affordable health care for every Minnesota resident. The plan covers all necessary medical, dental, vision, mental health, and long-term care services without co-pays, with premiums based on income. It creates new state entities including the Minnesota Health Board, Health Fund, Office of Health Quality and Planning, a patient advocacy ombudsman, and an auditor for the plan. The bill also requests a federal waiver under the Affordable Care Act to modify certain health insurance requirements and appropriates funding for implementation.

Maddy summaryHF 1720 prohibits dentists from requiring patients to pay any portion of a dental bill upfront for treatments scheduled to take over 90 days. It directly affects patients receiving long-term dental care and dental practices. The bill requires dentists to allow patients to pay for such services in at least two installments, with payments due at least 30 days apart, starting when treatment begins. This applies specifically to dental treatment plans exceeding 90 days in duration. The law amends Minnesota Statutes Section 150A.11 to establish this payment structure.

Maddy summaryHF 1647 grants licensed health care providers in Minnesota immunity from criminal liability when delivering health treatment and services within their professional scope and state law. This applies to harm alleged to arise from their actions during treatment, directly affecting doctors, nurses, and other licensed providers. The bill explicitly excludes immunity for cases involving gross negligence, intentional misconduct, or malicious acts. It does not change civil liability or existing legal defenses for providers. The law modifies Minnesota Statutes chapter 145 to establish this immunity.

Maddy summaryHF 1347 appropriates $20 million from state bonds to fund grants for metropolitan cities in Minnesota to reduce wastewater inflow and infiltration in municipal sewer systems. Eligible cities must be identified by the Metropolitan Council as contributors of excessive inflow/infiltration or within 20% of allowable limits, with grants covering up to 50% of eligible capital improvement costs. The funding supports infrastructure projects to mitigate strain on the regional sewer system, administered through the Metropolitan Council's guidelines. The bonds will be issued under Minnesota's bond authority statutes to provide the necessary capital.

Maddy summaryHF 1348 modifies Minnesota's Community First Services and Supports (CFSS) program to change how support workers qualify for an enhanced pay rate. It requires support workers providing services to participants needing 10+ hours daily to meet specific training standards: either complete Medicare-certified home health aide/nursing assistant training, use state-approved alternatives, or receive individualized training from a participant's healthcare provider or responsible party. This change affects CFSS support workers directly, as their eligibility for higher pay rates depends on meeting these updated training requirements. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025, or after federal approval, whichever is later.