Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate financial resources to the University of Minnesota. This funding is intended to support the implementation of the University's Health Sciences Strategic Plan, which aims to tackle significant health care challenges within the state of Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• The bill appropriates funds totaling $45 million for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
• These funds are allocated from the general fund to the Board of Regents of the University of Minnesota.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill represents a financial commitment by the state, directing funds to a specific strategic plan at a state university. There are no stated changes to existing laws, but the appropriation emphasizes the legislative intent to prioritize and support health sciences education and research in addressing statewide health care issues.

Relevant Terms

health care challenges, University of Minnesota, Health Sciences Strategic Plan, Board of Regents, appropriations, funding, fiscal year, general fund.