Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to support workforce development in Northeastern Minnesota by allocating funds to build a regional career technical education center. This initiative is designed to provide specialized training aligned with regional industry needs.

Main Provisions

• Funding: The bill appropriates $5,500,000 from Minnesota's workforce development fund for fiscal year 2026.
• Beneficiary: The grant will be awarded to Independent School District No. 704, located in Proctor, Minnesota.
• Collaboration: The project will be a collaborative effort between the Proctor, Hermantown, and Esko school districts.
• Purpose of Funds: The funds can be used for purchasing real estate, covering building and remodeling costs, and acquiring equipment for career and technical education.
• Project Duration: The appropriation remains available until the completion or abandonment of the project, adhering to Minnesota Statutes section 16A.642.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The bill represents a new appropriation from the workforce development fund specifically targeted for the construction of a regional technical education center, which is not addressed in existing law.

Relevant Terms

workforce development, career technical education, regional center of excellence, grant, industry needs, real property, building costs, equipment, Proctor, Hermantown, Esko, Northeastern Minnesota.