Purpose

The bill aims to support veterans and their families by funding improvements to facilities used by a nonprofit organization dedicated to assisting them.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill allocates $1,000,000 from Minnesota's general fund for fiscal year 2026 to the United Heroes League, a nonprofit organization.
• Capital Improvements: The grant is intended for capital improvements to the organization’s campus in Hastings, Minnesota. These improvements are meant to benefit current service members, veterans, and their dependents.
• Reporting Requirement: By January 15, 2027, the commissioner of veterans affairs must submit a report detailing the use of the grant, including any funds used for administrative purposes. This report must be provided to relevant legislative committees and filed with the Legislative Reference Library.

Significant Changes

• Introduces a new financial grant specifically for the United Heroes League to enhance their facilities, impacting service members, veterans, and their families directly.
• Mandates a detailed accountability report to ensure transparency in how the grant money is utilized.

Relevant Terms

• Veterans affairs
• Grant
• United Heroes League
• Nonprofit organization
• Capital improvements
• Legislative report