Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide funding to support mental health and suicide prevention services, particularly focusing on specific communities in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $700,000 for the fiscal year 2026 and another $700,000 for 2027.
• Funds are provided as a grant to Restoration for All Inc.
• The grant is intended to enhance culturally relevant services and resources for Minnesota's African immigrant and refugee communities.
• It also targets the physical and mental wellness of elderly individuals.
• Additionally, the funding will support mental health and suicide prevention efforts for underrepresented students in higher education.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a new one-time appropriation from the state's general fund, earmarked specifically for targeted mental health services and suicide prevention programs within culturally diverse and marginalized communities.

Relevant Terms

mental health, suicide prevention, African immigrant, refugee community, culturally relevant services, substance use disorder, elderly wellness, underrepresented students, higher education, one-time appropriation, Restoration for All Inc.