Health Care

The deal is Gov. Tim Walz’s last, as his term ends in January and he’s not seeking reelection. The deadlocked Minnesota House — jointly controlled by Republicans and Democrats — has tempered Walz’s ambitions.

When infectious and pathological waste is found in any unauthorized refuse center, the facility has to shut down and open an investigation.

The DFL-backed Senate bill is part of a broader health and human services package that passed on a party-line vote. It also includes $115 million in aid for hospitals statewide.

The project is one of Essentia's two recent emergency department expansions in Northern Minnesota.

The bill would authorize limited use of psilocybin, a hallucinogen that is found in some mushrooms. It could be used therapeutically for individuals 21 years old and older.

The bill would require state-funded programs including Medical Assistance and MinnesotaCare to cover the costs of infertility health care, such as in vitro fertilization.

The recognition of a Kettle River first responder's efforts illustrates the balancing act between passion for their mission and funding woes.

The rally highlighted the importance of budgetary decisions this session that would affect providers and disabled people in their ability to get the care they need.

Thirteen states, including Minnesota, cover weight loss medications for obesity treatments through Medicaid, according to Kaiser's 2025 Medicaid budget survey.

The trauma system ensures seriously injured patients quickly get care at hospitals that can meet their needs. Grand Itasca has also been designated a Primary Stroke Center.