This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 2036) proposes funding to support employment opportunities and career skills training for individuals with disabilities through Minnesota Diversified Industries.

Key provisions include: - Appropriating $450,000 per year for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to provide inclusive employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. This funding is one-time. - Appropriating $250,000 in fiscal year 2026 from the general fund to support career skills training through online, in-person, and virtual reality tools for individuals with disabilities. - Requiring Minnesota Diversified Industries to submit a report by January 15, 2028, detailing the number and demographics of individuals served, programming hours, employer outreach efforts, and recommendations for future career skills training. - The career skills training appropriation is available until June 30, 2027, and is also one-time.

The bill was introduced by Representatives Jordan, Igo, and Greenman and referred to the Committee on Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy.