KSTP.com (July 3)Minnesota lawmakers push for aid package to save disability service providersTwo long-time Minnesota state senators are calling for swift action to save Minnesota's disability service providers who may be forced to close because of COVID-19.
Dozens of programs across the state are in dire straits. They haven't had substantial income for more than three months. Program administrators told lawmakers last month that many could close before the end of the summer.
Service providers told 5 INVESTIGATES they have been asking for emergency funding from the state to offset their income losses.