A Day of Hope for Family Residential Service Providers
March 12, 2026
Thursday, March 12th marks an important and hopeful day for Family Residential Service providers across Minnesota and the individuals they support. Through the strong and persistent advocacy efforts of MARSH, two critical bills supporting Family Residential Services and Adult Foster Care were officially introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
These bills represent a significant step toward restoring fairness, sustainability, and recognition for the vital care that Family Residential Service providers deliver every day.
MARSH successfully advanced legislation to reenact the Framework rate methodology for Family Residential Services, restoring a fair and appropriate reimbursement structure for providers who deliver highly individualized, home-based care.
Author: Representative Mary Franson
Co-Author: Representative Joe Schomacker
This bill acknowledges the essential role that Family Residential Service providers play in Minnesota’s long-term care system and seeks to ensure these homes can continue serving vulnerable adults in safe, stable environments while remaining in compliance with the HCBS federal rule.
The House also introduced legislation addressing a long-standing issue for Adult Foster Care providers by formally defining the role of the Primary Caregiver.
Author: Representative Mary Franson
Co-Authors: Representative Joe Schomacker, Representative Aaron Repinski, Representative Dawn Gillman
This legislation recognizes the unique role of family-based providers who live with and support individuals in their homes and provides needed clarity within statute.
A Moment of Gratitude
MARSH extends sincere appreciation to the legislators who stepped forward to support Family Residential Services:
• Representative Mary Franson
• Representative Joe Schomacker
• Representative Aaron Repinski
• Representative Dawn Gillman
Your leadership and willingness to listen to providers and families across Minnesota is deeply appreciated.
Now we need your voice.
We ask every MARSH member to contact these representatives and:
• Thank them for authoring and supporting these bills
• Share that you recognize their leadership on behalf of Family Residential Services
• Explain why these bills are crucial to the individuals you support and the sustainability of your home
Personal stories from providers are incredibly powerful and help legislators understand the real-life impact of these policies.
Today’s announcement demonstrates what strong, organized advocacy can accomplish.
MARSH remains committed to protecting the individuals we support and strengthening Family Residential Services and Adult Foster Care across Minnesota. We will continue working with legislators, stakeholders, and providers to ensure that these homes remain viable for the individuals who depend on them.
If you know other providers who are concerned about the stability of the individuals they support and the future of Family Residential Services, please encourage them to join MARSH. Our collective voice matters.
Together, we are building hope and protecting the future of family-based care in Minnesota
