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MN SF3431
Bill
Status
4/4/2016
Primary Sponsor
Melisa Franzen
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $250,000 annually for fiscal years 2017, 2018, and 2019 to the commissioner of health for a clinical grant program ($750,000 total)
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Grant funds support colocated iron-rich food distribution and targeted nutrition education services for pregnant women and children under age 21 diagnosed with or at high risk of iron deficiency anemia
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Program targets individuals at increased risk of impaired growth and development, susceptibility to lead poisoning, and other adverse health outcomes from iron deficiency
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Grantee must conduct program evaluation to measure the impact of the food distribution and nutrition education intervention on health care costs and treatment outcomes
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Grantee must submit a final report on program results to the commissioner of health after the three-year grant period concludes; appropriation remains available until expended
Legislative Description
Iron-rich food and targeted nutrition education research program to high risk children and pregnant women with iron deficiency anemia establishment and appropriation
Last Action
Referred to Health, Human Services and Housing
4/4/2016