HF1577 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Statewide education campaign funding provided to inform employers about the benefits of second-chance hiring, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF2627

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This bill, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives, proposes allocating $200,000 in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to the commissioner of employment and economic development. The funds would be used for a statewide education campaign to inform employers about the benefits of second-chance hiring, which involves hiring individuals with a conviction record. The campaign would highlight state and federal hiring incentives for such employees and include the development of an informational website and a hotline service. This appropriation is designated as one-time funding.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 25, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toWorkforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy
March 19, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthors added