HF2707

HF2707 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Sexually exploited youth safe harbor shelter and housing funding provided, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF3001

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to provide funding for services that support sexually exploited youth and those at risk of sexual exploitation in Minnesota. It focuses on ensuring that these individuals have access to safe harbor shelters and housing.

Main Provisions

The bill allocates funds for sexually exploited youth or those at risk.
It specifically appropriates $11,125,000 for both fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from Minnesota's general fund.
Of these funds, at least $9,000,000 each year is designated for sustaining and expanding efforts like street outreach, emergency shelters, regional navigators, and housing.

Significant Changes

This bill provides a clear financial commitment to support initiatives aimed at helping sexually exploited youth. It builds upon existing statutes to ensure ongoing and expanded support for these vulnerable groups.

Relevant Terms

Human services
Sexually exploited youth
Safe harbor
Funding appropriation
Emergency shelter
Street outreach
Housing assistance

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Past committee meetings

Health Finance and Policy on: April 07, 2025 13:00
Human Services Finance and Policy on: April 03, 2025 08:15

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Human Services Finance and Policy
March 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Human Services Finance and Policy

Citations

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      "summary": "Appropriations for sexually exploited youth and youth at risk of sexual exploitation under section 256K.47.",
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