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HF1879 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Homeownership education, counseling, and training program funding provided; and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF1533

AI Generated Summary

This bill, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives during its 94th session, appropriates funding for the Homeownership Education Counseling and Training Program.

  • Sponsored by Representatives Kozlowski and Howard, the bill was referred to the Committee on Housing Finance and Policy.
  • It transfers $2 million per year from the general fund to the housing development fund, starting in fiscal year 2026 and continuing annually.
  • These funds are then appropriated to the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency to support homeownership education, counseling, and training.
  • 10% of the appropriated funds for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 will go to the Minnesota Homeownership Center to manage and oversee the program.
  • The allocated funds will also help provide culturally appropriate counseling and education services, particularly for individuals with limited English proficiency or restricted access to technology.

This bill aims to enhance homeownership education and support services in Minnesota.

Bill text versions

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 04, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHousing Finance and Policy
March 04, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHousing Finance and Policy
March 09, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added

Citations

 
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      "added": [
        "Additional funding for the Minnesota Homeownership Center to administer and monitor the program."
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      "summary": "This section of the bill appropriates funds for the homeownership education counseling and training program under Minnesota Statutes section 462A.209.",
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        "Specifies percentage allocation for culturally appropriate counseling and education services."
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    "citation": "462A.209",
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