 During the COVID-19 pandemic, all Medical Assistance (MA) participants nationwide were eligible for continuous health care coverage. This means enrollees did not have to renew their MA benefits each year and counties did not take action on reported changes to enrollees' circumstances that would make them ineligible for MA, like a new job or increase in income.
In late December 2022, Congress passed legislation requiring states to return to standard eligibility procedures, which will require all MA participants to complete annual renewal applications as before. This is referred to as “unwinding” the continuous health coverage.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) began mailing pre-renewal notices to enrollees in late March, followed by renewal packets this month. The resumption of renewals begins with enrollees who have a renewal scheduled for July. This means the first group of residents/enrollees will be subject to MA closure on Friday, June 30.
DHS is currently running a campaign for residents to report any changes to their mailing address as soon as possible. This will help ensure MA enrollees receive their notices and renewal forms.
Enrollees should visit the DHS website (translated in multiple languages) and sign up to receive email alerts and report any address changes.
It's that time of year again - time to file for your property tax refund! There are several ways to file for your refund - online (homeowners only), using a software program, or on paper. You can find more information, including a link to file online, necessary forms, and more, on the Minnesota Department of Revenue website.
The due date is August 15. You may file up to one year after the due date.
 At our last Recycling & Energy Board Meeting we received an overview of the R & E Center's 2022 Annual Report. The image above features some highlights.
You can read the entire report, which details the center's programs, outreach and education efforts, financial information, and more, here.
 Our next Community Conversation will be on May 24th from 6 to 8 pm at the Ramsey County Library in Shoreview. We'll hear from a panel of experts about current issues in the field of mental health, resources for those who need help, ways to get involved, and more. Hope to see you there! |
