Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to support economic development by providing financial resources to establish a new community center aimed at fostering workforce development and community engagement for the Latino population in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $7,000,000 in fiscal year 2026 from the general fund.
• The funds are designated for the construction, furnishing, and equipping of the Latino Center for Community Engagement (LCCE).
• The grant is directed to Comunidades Organizando el Poder y la Acción Latina (COPAL).
• The center will serve as a space for COPAL, partner organizations, and as a training center for workforce development and employment initiatives.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This is a one-time appropriation and would not be a recurring expense.
• The funds will remain available until the project is either completed or abandoned, in accordance with Minnesota Statutes.

Relevant Terms

economic development, grant, community engagement, workforce development, employment, Latino center, COPAL, appropriation, general fund, Minnesota statutes.