(a) The commissioner shall supervise lead agencies’ provision of day services to adults with disabilities. The commissioner shall:

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(1) determine the need for day programs under sections 256B.4914 and 252.41 to 252.46;

(2) establish payment rates as provided under section 256B.4914;

(3) adopt rules for the administration and provision of day services under sections 245A.01 to 245A.16; 252.28, subdivision 2; or 252.41 to 252.46; or Minnesota Rules, parts 9525.1200 to 9525.1330;

(4) enter into interagency agreements necessary to ensure effective coordination and provision of day services;

(5) monitor and evaluate the costs and effectiveness of day services; and

(6) provide information and technical help to lead agencies and vendors in their administration and provision of day services.

(b) A determination of need in paragraph (a), clause (1), shall not be required for a change in day service provider name or ownership.