August 24, 2023
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is currently accepting applications for those interested in serving on a new, legislatively mandated Equitable Health Care Task Force.
The task force will examine inequities in how people experience healthcare based on race, religion, culture, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, and disability. It will identify strategies for ensuring that all Minnesotans can receive care and coverage that is respectful and ensures optimal health outcomes.
MDH is “looking for contributors who can lift-up the voices of represented communities and sectors, synthesize information from a variety of sources and perspectives, consider conflicting points of view and help devise innovative next steps.”
If you are interested in applying for the task force, click here. While the MMA does not have a direct appointment on the task force, applicants may request MMA support of their application. To have your application considered for MMA endorsement or for other questions, contact the MMA’s Adrian Uphoff.
December 4, 2025
On December 4, Minnesota Management and Budget (MMB) released its budget forecast for the 2026-27 biennium, showing a short-term budget surplus of $2.5 billion for the current biennium, but warned of a long-term $2.96 billion deficit for the 2028-29 biennium.
December 4, 2025
On December 2, the Vaccine Integrity Project (VIP) released a study on the safety, effectiveness, and public health impact of hepatitis B virus (HBV) vaccinations at birth.
December 4, 2025
The Minnesota Department of Commerce (DOC) is now accepting public comments regarding proposed legislation to mandate insurance coverage of certain treatments.