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flag Minnesota seeks $500M to fix outdated Medicaid and SNAP systems amid fraud, funding disputes, and whistleblower claims.

flag Minnesota lawmakers are pushing to modernize outdated IT systems used in Medicaid and SNAP programs, citing widespread fraud risks and inefficiencies. flag County officials say federal mandates and aging technology—dubbed "Oregon Trail" systems—overwhelm staff and force reliance on local taxes. flag A proposed $500 million upgrade has bipartisan support, but funding remains uncertain amid a projected budget shift. flag Testimony from a 20-year DHS employee revealed retaliation against whistleblowers, fueling calls for leadership changes and an independent anti-fraud oversight body. flag The state has sued the federal government over a $243 million Medicaid funding freeze, arguing it harms vulnerable residents.

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