November 13, 2025
The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State (OSS) is accepting applications for two open physician seats on the Minnesota Drug Formulary Committee.
The committee reviews and recommends the drugs covered by Medicaid and MinnesotaCare.
One physician should be an actively practicing psychiatrist; the other should specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of rare diseases.
Send questions about application timelines, special requirements, or amending applications to the board staff members listed on the Office of Minnesota Secretary of State webpage.
Detailed instructions on finding a position, submitting an application, and related information are provided on the Boards & Commissions Help & How To webpage.
April 9, 2026
An amended piece of legislation that would exempt buprenorphine from prior authorization (PA) was heard in the Senate Health and Human Services Committee on April 9.
April 9, 2026
On April 9, the Senate Health and Human Services Committee heard a bill that would require coverage for psychiatric Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) services under Medical Assistance.
April 9, 2026
On April 9, the House Taxes Committee heard legislation focused on supporting the financial stability and ongoing operations of Hennepin Healthcare.