HF2706

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to support housing stability by allocating funds for rental assistance and eviction prevention services. It specifically focuses on helping immigrant and refugee families in Minnesota through targeted financial support and culturally responsive services.

Main Provisions

• Fund Transfer: A one-time transfer of $2,000,000 from the general fund to the housing development fund for the fiscal year 2026.
• Grant Allocation: The transferred money is appropriated for a grant to Isuroon, a nonprofit organization. The grant is directed towards assisting with rental payments and preventing evictions for immigrant and refugee families.
• Service Provision: The grant will be used to:
  1. Make direct rent payments to landlords for tenants who are behind on rent.
  2. Provide eviction prevention mediation and navigation services.
  3. Offer culturally responsive outreach and case management services.

Reporting Requirements

Isuroon is required to submit an annual report by December 15th each year until 2027. The report must detail: - The number of families served. - The total amount of rent assistance distributed. - The outcomes of eviction prevention efforts.

Relevant Terms

• Housing stability
• Rental assistance
• Eviction prevention
• Immigrant and refugee families
• Culturally responsive services
• Mediation
• Case management
• Isuroon
• Nonprofit organization