Purpose of the Bill

The primary aim of this bill is to support economic development by providing financial assistance to a program designed to help individuals find sustainable, living-wage jobs.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $500,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $500,000 for fiscal year 2027.
• The funding is designated as a grant to an organization named Al Maauun, which was previously known as the North at Work program.
• The purpose of this grant is to implement a strategic intervention program that will aid in connecting participants with meaningful employment opportunities that offer sustainable wages.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a new one-time financial appropriation to support specific employment intervention strategies, distinguishing it as a targeted economic development initiative.

Relevant Terms

• Economic development
• Grant
• Living-wage employment
• Strategic intervention program
• Fiscal appropriation