Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of the bill is to provide financial support for workforce development by funding a cybersecurity training program. The aim is to enhance skill development in the cybersecurity sector.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill proposes appropriating $250,000 per year for two consecutive years (fiscal years 2026 and 2027) from Minnesota's general fund.
• Beneficiary: The funds will be directed to Milestone Community Development, which will utilize the grant for the Milestone Tech Cybersecurity Training Program.
• Partner Institution: The program will be conducted in association with Saint Mary University, providing specialized training in cybersecurity.
• Grant Nature: This financial allocation is specified as a one-time appropriation, indicating that it will not be renewed without further legislative action.

Significant Changes

• The introduction of this appropriation represents a direct investment from the state into the cybersecurity training sector, aiming to bolster workforce capabilities in a growing field. This is a new allocation and not a continuation or expansion of previous funding.

Relevant Terms

cybersecurity, workforce development, training program, funding, grant, economic development, Milestone Community Development, Saint Mary University, one-time appropriation.