Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to allocate funds to support workforce development through a nonprofit organization named Girls Rock. The initiative is intended to enhance worker training and development in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation Amounts: The bill proposes an appropriation of $350,000 for fiscal year 2026 and an additional $350,000 for fiscal year 2027.
• Funding Source: The money for the grant will come from the state’s workforce development fund.
• Use of Funds: The grant given to Girls Rock can be utilized for various purposes related to workforce training such as:
  • Training and support services
  • Programming
  • Administrative support
  • Capacity building
  • Technical assistance
  • Job readiness and placement
• Administrative Costs: Girls Rock may use up to 10% of the grant for administrative costs.
• Time Limitation: The appropriated funds are onetime and are available until June 30, 2027.

Significant Changes

• New Funding Allocations: The bill introduces new financial appropriations specifically aimed at supporting worker training through a specific nonprofit, which may enhance local workforce development efforts.

Relevant Terms

worker training, workforce development, Girls Rock, nonprofit organization, fund appropriation, grant, job readiness, capacity building, technical assistance, administrative costs.