Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to support workforce development initiatives in Minnesota. It aims to provide financial resources to enhance job training programs for individuals who are unemployed or underemployed.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates a total of $1.5 million to a non-profit organization called Project for Pride in Living.
• Funding is divided into two equal parts, with $750,000 appropriated for fiscal year 2026 and another $750,000 for fiscal year 2027.
• The allocated money is specifically drawn from the workforce development fund.
• The funds are intended to be used for job training and workforce development services.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill introduces a new financial appropriation specifically targeting workforce development through Project for Pride in Living, which can be seen as part of broader state efforts to address unemployment and underemployment.

Relevant Terms

workforce development, employment, job training, underemployed, unemployed, fiscal appropriation, Project for Pride in Living