Waiver Reimagine update

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Date: March 23, 2026
To: Disability waiver case managers, people who receive disability waiver services, providers and other interested parties
From: DHS Disability Services Division
Purpose: To announce a delay in the launch of Minnesota’s new disability waiver program
Contact
: DHS – Waiver Reimagine feedback form 

Waiver Reimagine update: Delayed launch of Minnesota’s new disability waiver program

DHS faces challenges that will prevent us from launching Minnesota's new disability waiver program by the original implementation date of Jan. 1, 2027, set by the Minnesota Legislature.

For more information, refer to DHS – Waiver Reimagine update: Delayed launch of Minnesota’s new disability waiver program. This page covers:

  • Factors that contributed to the delay.
  • Our current progress, plans and next steps.
  • Ways to stay connected.

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