February forecast shows smaller DHS spending changes but Access Fund still faces structural challenges
DHS and MMB told senators that November forecast drivers (managed‑care rate increases and HR1 effects) produced large spending pressures but the February 2026 forecast showed smaller near‑term changes and some one‑time timing shifts; MMB reported the Healthcare Access Fund improved to a roughly $11 million positive balance in FY27 but retains a structural deficit in later years.
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Department of Human Services and Minnesota Management and Budget officials briefed the Senate Health and Human Services Finance and Policy Committee on March 3 about the November and February budget forecasts and the HealthCare Access Fund outlook.
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