Minnesota Statutes Health (Ch. 144-159) § 145.908. Grant program; screening and treatment for pre- and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders

Subdivision 1. Grant program established. Within the limits of available appropriations for this purpose, the commissioner of health shall establish a grant program to provide culturally competent programs to screen and treat pregnant women and women who have given birth in the preceding 12 months for pre- and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders. Organizations may use grant funds to establish new screening or treatment programs, or expand or maintain existing screening or treatment programs. In establishing the grant program, the commissioner shall prioritize expanding or enhancing screening for pre- and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders in primary care settings. The commissioner shall determine the types of organizations eligible for grants.

Subd. 2.Allowable uses of funds. Grant funds awarded by the commissioner under this section:

Subd. 3.Federal funds. The commissioner shall apply for any available grant funds from the federal Department of Health and Human Services for this program.