This bill proposes an appropriation of $1,000,000 in fiscal year 2026 and $1,000,000 in fiscal year 2027 from Minnesota's general fund to the commissioner of employment and economic development for a grant to the Minnesota Technology Association. The grant will support the SciTech internship program, which provides STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) internship opportunities for students from two-year and four-year colleges, as well as graduate students.

Key provisions of the bill include:
- Internships must be paid and take place in Minnesota-based small for-profit companies (fewer than 250 employees worldwide).
- The grant will cover 50% of the wages paid to interns, with a maximum reimbursement of $3,000 per intern.
- The program aims to increase participation among women and other underserved populations.
- The appropriation is a one-time funding allocation.

The bill has been referred to the Committee on Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy for further consideration.