Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to support workforce development in Minnesota by providing financial assistance to improve employment outcomes for unemployed and underemployed individuals.

Main Provisions

• The Minnesota legislature has approved a total of $3,000,000 in grants, distributed over two years, aimed at enhancing employer prospects for individuals struggling to find stable employment.
• Specifically, the bill allocates $1,500,000 for the fiscal year 2026 and another $1,500,000 for the fiscal year 2027.
• The funds will be granted to an organization called Mind the G.A.P.P. (Gaining Assistance to Prosperity Program).

Significant Changes

• This is a one-time appropriation from the workforce development fund to Mind the G.A.P.P., emphasizing a focused investment in improving employment success and earning potential among targeted groups.
• Any remaining unused funds at the end of the fiscal year 2026 will carry over into 2027 rather than being returned or canceled.

Relevant Terms

workforce development, grant, Mind the G.A.P.P., unemployed, underemployed, employment outcomes, earnings potential, economic development