Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to support veterans in Minnesota by providing financial assistance to Metro Meals on Wheels. The focus is on ensuring that veterans receive crucial services such as meal delivery and additional program support.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill allocates $497,500 for fiscal year 2026 and another $497,500 for fiscal year 2027 from the general fund. These funds will be directed to the commissioner of veterans affairs, specifically for Metro Meals on Wheels.
• Service Delivery: The grant will be used by Metro Meals on Wheels to deliver meals directly to veterans' homes and to enhance their enrollment outreach and volunteer recruitment initiatives.

Reporting Requirements

• Metro Meals on Wheels is required to submit a comprehensive report by September 1 of both 2026 and 2027. These reports should detail the expenditure of the grant funds and provide information on the number of veterans and service members who benefitted from the program.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This is a new, one-time appropriation that introduces financial support specifically for services aimed at veterans through a non-profit organization recognized for providing meal services.

Relevant Terms

veterans affairs, Metro Meals on Wheels, home-delivered meals, grant, technical enrollment outreach, volunteer recruitment, general fund, one-time appropriation.