Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate funding for a pilot project aimed at improving health care awareness and education within the African immigrant community, specifically targeting the needs of elderly individuals.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes appropriating $500,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026.
• These funds are designated for the Organization for Liberians in Minnesota to develop a "health awareness hub pilot project."
• The project focuses on providing culturally relevant healthcare education and support services.
• It will deliver preventive care information from medical practitioners with similar backgrounds to the participants.
• The project includes making referrals to culturally competent healthcare programs and supports.

Significant Changes

• This is a new initiative, resulting in the creation of a pilot project specifically aimed at the African immigrant community in Minnesota.
• The initiative is a one-time appropriation and requires an evaluation report to be submitted to the commissioner by the Organization for Liberians in Minnesota within six months after the project's conclusion.

Relevant Terms

health awareness hub, pilot project, health care education, African immigrant community, elderly individuals, culturally relevant support, preventive care, culturally competent programs, Organization for Liberians in Minnesota.