Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate government funds to support improvements for a nonprofit organization that benefits veterans, current service members, and their families.

Main Provisions

• The bill appropriates $1,000,000 from the Minnesota general fund for the 2026 fiscal year.
• This grant is designated for the United Heroes League, a nonprofit organization recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
• The funds must be used for capital improvements on the organization's campus located in Hastings, Minnesota.
• The improvements should directly benefit veterans, service members, and their dependents.

Reporting Requirements

• By January 15, 2027, the Minnesota Commissioner of Veterans Affairs is required to submit a report detailing how the grant money was used.
• This report must include any funds used for administration of the grant.
• The report must be filed with the Legislative Reference Library according to Minnesota Statutes section 3.195.
• The United Heroes League must provide any necessary information to the Commissioner to fulfill this reporting obligation.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill establishes a new appropriation and reporting requirements relevant to the United Heroes League, specifically for the fiscal year 2026.

Relevant Terms

• Appropriation
• Grant
• United Heroes League
• Nonprofit organization
• Veterans
• Service members
• Dependent benefits
• Capital improvements
• Minnesota Commissioner of Veterans Affairs
• Legislative Reference Library