AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill is designed to allocate funds for the development of a multipurpose services building to enhance mental health and suicide prevention services specifically for Minnesota's African immigrant and refugee communities. It seeks to support the comprehensive wellness needs of these populations, as well as other underserved groups.
Main Provisions
- Appropriation of Funds: The bill proposes a one-time grant of $4,900,000, to be taken from the general fund in the fiscal year 2026.
- Beneficiary: The grant is designated for "Restoration for All" (REFA), a nonprofit organization working with Equitable Development Action (EDA).
- Project Goals: The funding will be utilized to acquire property and to design, construct, renovate, and equip a building. The building is intended to serve as a hub for culturally relevant mental health services and support communities in need.
- Services Provided: The facility will focus on providing mental health and suicide prevention services, addressing wellness needs for various groups, including elderly individuals and underrepresented students in higher education. Additionally, it will support services for assisted living and compliance with existing care standards.
Significant Changes
- Community Impact: This project aims to bridge gaps in mental health services by creating a space dedicated to supporting African immigrant and refugee communities, which are often underserved in mental health provisions.
- Infrastructure Development: The bill facilitates new infrastructure specifically tailored to the cultural and wellness needs of diverse populations within Minnesota.
Relevant Terms
African immigrant communities, mental health services, suicide prevention, refugee wellness, cultural relevance, nonprofit grant, infrastructure development, assisted living compliance, wellness needs.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| March 17, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Capital Investment |
Citations
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee