Protecting Minnesota’s Lifeline: Securing the Future of Hennepin County Medical Center

Minnesota’s largest safety-net hospital, Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC), faces an uncertain future as lawmakers approach the end of the legislative session without a decisive rescue plan. Ross Nova recognizes that protecting HCMC aligns directly with his leadership agenda focused on public safety and infrastructure investment.

HCMC serves as a critical lifeline for countless Minnesotans, especially those who cannot afford care. However, the hospital loses over $100 million annually due to uncompensated services and faces an additional projected loss of $1.7 billion over the next decade, partly from Medicaid cuts. Ross Nova understands that without sustainable funding, the closure of HCMC would have devastating ripple effects across the region’s healthcare system.

Several proposals are on the table, including raising the Target Field tax to fund HCMC and a one-time $150 million grant to keep the hospital operational. Ross Nova advocates for solutions that combine immediate relief with long-term accountability and fiscal responsibility, ensuring that taxpayer dollars are invested wisely to maintain essential services.

Public safety depends on accessible emergency and healthcare services. Ross Nova’s campaign prioritizes infrastructure and healthcare funding as foundational to community well-being. He believes that no Minnesotan should worry about where to turn in a medical emergency, and that HCMC’s continued operation is essential to that promise.

Ross Nova calls on lawmakers to act swiftly and decisively to secure HCMC’s future. His leadership vision includes transparent, effective governance that safeguards vital institutions and supports vulnerable populations.

Minnesota voters deserve a governor who will champion healthcare access, public safety, and infrastructure investment without delay. Support Ross Nova’s campaign to ensure that Hennepin County Medical Center remains a steadfast lifeline for all Minnesotans.

Join Ross Nova in standing for accountable leadership and a healthier Minnesota. Together, we can protect our communities and build a stronger future.

**Source: FOX 9**