Nursing homes across the state are seeing the result of the legislative session as funding fought for by Senate Republicans is finally reaching facilities.

Last Session, Senate Republicans fought for a $300 million deal to help nursing homes amidst a historic staffing crisis. The bipartisan agreement included direct grants, facility rate increases, and a workforce incentive fund that adds up to about $1.1 million for every nursing home in the state.

“As the legislative session was drawing to a close, Senate Republicans made nursing home funding our top priority because these crucial facilities were facing a crisis and Democrats failed to address the problem early on in the year,” said Senator Eric Pratt (R-Prior Lake). “When session began, our state had a historic surplus, and this should have been one of the first issues addressed. Instead, Senate Democrats funneled money into every other part of their wish list and ignored some of the most vulnerable Minnesotans. These are the homes that take care of our loved ones, and they deserve to be prioritized. I am relieved that Senate Republicans got this funding to the finish line, and am hopeful that this can help our local homes address their most pressing concerns.”

A total of 2 nursing homes in Senate District 54 began receiving payments in August, as listed below. A second payment for the same amounts is planned for August 1, 2024.

• Shakopee Friendship Manor in Shakopee – $273,161
• St. Gertrude’s Health and Rehab Center in Shakopee – $323,367