Purpose of the Bill

The bill is designed to support economic development in rural areas of Minnesota by funding the Center for Rural Policy and Development.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes to allocate a total of $1.4 million over two years specifically for the Center for Rural Policy and Development.
• This funding will come from the general fund and will be distributed evenly, with $700,000 appropriated for fiscal year 2026 and another $700,000 for fiscal year 2027.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill does not introduce new laws or amend existing statutes, but it specifies the allocation of funds which may not have been previously earmarked for the Center for Rural Policy and Development.

Relevant Terms

economic development, rural policy, Center for Rural Policy and Development, fiscal year 2026, fiscal year 2027, Minnesota legislature, funding allocation.