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Minimum Wage Law for Nursing Home Workers Delayed Indefinitely

12/13/2025

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Minnesota's new minimum wage law for nursing home workers is delayed indefinitely due to the Department of Human Services (DHS) not filing required federal paperwork.
Jamie Gulley, chair of the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board, expressed disappointment, noting the delay could last months.
The law needs federal approval for $18 million in Medicaid funding, which the state will match.
DHS director Kristy Graume stated they were unaware of the December 1 approval deadline but believes federal approval is usually a formality.
The wage floor aims to reduce high turnover and low pay in the nursing home sector.

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Minnesota's new minimum wage law for nursing home workers is delayed indefinitely due to the Department of Human Services (DHS) not filing required federal paperwork.
Jamie Gulley, chair of the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board, expressed disappointment, noting the delay could last months.
The law needs federal approval for $18 million in Medicaid funding, which the state will match.
DHS director Kristy Graume stated they were unaware of the December 1 approval deadline but believes federal approval is usually a formality.
The wage floor aims to reduce high turnover and low pay in the nursing home sector.