Minnesota DHS Sets Two-Year Ban On New Group Home Licenses

The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) announced a two-year ban on new licenses for home and community-based human services providers (HCBS). DHS stated the pause will start January 1, 2026, and is expected to last through December 31, 2027. DHS will stop accepting new license applications for HCBS licenses, stop adding new service lines to currently licensed providers, and will cancel all pending applications and pending requests for new service lines during the pause. To ensure access to services, the department will work with counties, Tribal Nations, and managed care organizations on exceptions for new licenses.

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