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2024 Legislative Report Available Now
On June 27, 2024 by Kayla Khang
LeadingAge Minnesota is pleased to present the 2024 Minnesota Session Legislative Report. This comprehensive document outlines the key laws affecting aging services and the seniors in your care, detailing their impact, effective dates, and recommended actions for your organization.
Updated Grant Grid: 30 Funding Opportunities for Providers to Consider
On June 13, 2024 by Anna Mowry
As a benefit for LeadingAge Minnesota members, our Grant Grid, highlights over 30 grants, scholarships, workforce development programs, and more funding opportunities for Minnesota aging service providers.
2024 Legislative Session in Minnesota Concludes in Chaos
On May 23, 2024 by Erin Huppert
The end of the 2024 legislative session came to a chaotic close as both chambers devolved into disorder shortly before midnight on Sunday evening.
Last Push to Advocate on Behalf of Seniors and Caregivers
On May 16, 2024 by LeadingAge
This year’s legislative session is quickly coming to an end, with a constitutional deadline on Monday, May 20th.
Care Comes First Advocacy Campaign
On May 2, 2024 by Dan Nelson
Earlier this spring, we launched the Care Comes First (CCF) campaign, aiming to spotlight the real Minnesotans behind every legislative proposal—individuals seeking access to quality care, individuals working as caregivers, and individuals supporting loved ones in long-term care.
Glencoe Regional Health Meets with U.S. Representative Michelle Fischbach
On April 25, 2024 by Dan Nelson
On Wednesday, April 24, LeadingAge Minnesota member Glencoe Regional Health met with their Congressional Representative, Michelle Fischbach along with other local leaders and LeadingAge Minnesota staff.
Budget Targets Released for Finance Committees
On March 28, 2024 by Erin Huppert
Legislative leaders and Governor Walz also released budget targets this week, which outline parameters for handling Minnesota’s $3.1 billion surplus for the remainder of this biennium. This is a critical step in the legislative session, giving a clearer picture of the advocacy that must be done throughout the remainder of the session to ensure seniors have access to the care they need in all the places they call home.
Proposed Changes to Assisted Living Laws Aim to Improve Affordability and Ease RN Shortage
On March 28, 2024 by Erin Huppert
This week in St. Paul, SF 1969, a bill supported by the LeadingAge Minnesota and its Long-Term Care Imperative partner, was heard in the Senate Human Services Committee. This marks progress in our efforts to improve the assisted living statutes to improve affordability and ease workforce burdens.
LeadingAge Minnesota Members Advocate for Senior Care at Annual Day at the Capitol
On March 21, 2024 by Kayla Khang
Over 100 LeadingAge Minnesota members gathered yesterday for LeadingAge Minnesota’s Annual Day at the Capitol.
Updated Grant Grid: 25 Funding Opportunities for Providers to Consider
On March 7, 2024 by Anna Mowry
Use our member-only Grant Grid, listing over 25 grants, scholarships, workforce development programs, and more funding opportunities for Minnesota senior care providers.
Testimony Highlights Consequences of Legislation to Require Assisted Living Licensure for HUD and Other Exempt Settings
On March 7, 2024 by Erin Huppert
This week, LeadingAge Minnesota and its Long-Term Care Imperative partner led advocacy efforts and testimony opposing a bill to restore licensure requirements and administrative burden for currently exempt settings from assisted living licensure (144G).
State Budget Forecast Shows Increased Surplus
On February 29, 2024 by Jeff Bostic
Earlier today, the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget (MMB) released the February budget forecast today, revealing an improved budget outlook compared to the previous forecast in November.
New Resources Available: Fact Sheets to Aid in Advocacy Efforts
On February 22, 2024 by Erin Huppert
If you're involved in advocacy efforts related to workforce, wages, and regulatory barriers, we have some great resources that can help.
News from LeadingAge: MA Plans Can’t Terminate Skilled Care Because Beneficiaries Don’t Improve
On February 15, 2024 by LeadingAge
LeadingAge, along with its coalition partners on Medicare Advantage (MA), asked CMS to clarify that MA plans must follow Medicare regulations related to the Jimmo Settlement Agreement (2013) when making coverage determinations.
Join us for LeadingAge Minnesota’s 2024 Day at the Capitol
On February 15, 2024 by Kayla Khang
Registrations are open for LeadingAge Minnesota’s annual Day at the Capitol! Join us on Wednesday, March 20, for advocacy training and legislative visits. Register by March 8 to secure your spot.
Minnesota Lawmakers Gavel-in the 2024 Legislative Session
On February 15, 2024 by Erin Huppert
The Minnesota Legislature convened this week on Monday, Feb. 12. Legislators are expected to be focused on policy proposals and capital investment – also known as the bonding bill.
Argentum Hosting Complimentary Webinar: Telling The True Story of Assisted Living and Maintaining State Regulation
On February 8, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
Argentum, our national partner, will host a complimentary webinar, " Telling The True Story of Assisted Living and Maintaining State Regulation, " on Friday, Feb. 9, from 11 a.m. to noon CT. All LeadingAge Minnesota members are invited to attend.
Minnesotans Maintain Favorable View of Senior Care and Services According to LTC Imperative Poll
On February 1, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
Impressions of the care and service we provide for our seniors continue to be favorable, and there is strong support for the work performed by our caregivers and the need to raise their wages, according to a public opinion poll conducted by LeadingAge Minnesota and our Long-Term Care Imperative partner.
LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation Recognized for Advancing DEIB Efforts
On January 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry
The LeadingAge Minnesota Foundation was recognized in PHI’s Top 23 Moments from 2023 for work to assess diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) practices, challenges, and opportunities among member organizations across the state.
News from Argentum: Argentum-led Bill Introduced to Promote Socialization and Caregiver Retention
On January 4, 2024 by Libbie Chapuran
U.S. Representatives Marilyn Strickland (D-WA), Bryan Steil (R-WI), and Ann Kuster (D-NH) introduced H.R. 6835, the Care Across Generations Act.