Minnesota SF3179 establishes a program to address myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) through grants and community.

SF3179 mandates the Minnesota commissioner of health to award grants aimed at raising awareness and understanding of ME/CFS among health care professionals, individuals diagnosed with ME/CFS, and those with symptoms. The commissioner of human services must also award grants to improve access to services for individuals experiencing ME/CFS effects. The bill establishes a ME/CFS program to conduct community assessments and epidemiologic investigations. It appropriates funds for these initiatives and requires a report on the effectiveness of the grants by December 1, 2027.

Minnesota SF3179 establishes a program to address myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) through grants and community.

SF3179 mandates the Minnesota commissioner of health to award grants aimed at raising awareness and understanding of ME/CFS among health care professionals, individuals diagnosed with ME/CFS, and those with symptoms. The commissioner of human services must also award grants to improve access to services for individuals experiencing ME/CFS effects. The bill establishes a ME/CFS program to conduct community assessments and epidemiologic investigations. It appropriates funds for these initiatives and requires a report on the effectiveness of the grants by December 1, 2027.