Purpose of the Bill

The bill proposes funding to support mental health and suicide prevention services, specifically targeting Minnesota's African immigrant and refugee communities.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $700,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to the commissioner of human services.
• The funds are meant to be distributed as a grant to Restoration for All Inc., an organization tasked with providing enhanced mental health services.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill introduces a specific appropriation for culturally relevant mental health and substance use disorder services for Minnesota's African immigrant and refugee populations, which is not currently specified under existing guidelines.
• It also accommodates the mental and physical wellness needs of the elderly and provides support for underrepresented students in higher education sectors.

Relevant Terms

mental health, suicide prevention, African immigrant community, refugee, substance use disorder, culturally relevant services, elderly wellness, higher education students, underrepresented groups