SF1615 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Commissioner of agriculture appropriation for an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms

Related bill: HF1518

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This Minnesota Senate bill (S.F. No. 1615) proposes the establishment of an agricultural training program for Black youth at historical Black-owned farms in rural Minnesota. The program, managed by the state's commissioner of agriculture, will offer training in traditional and modern farming practices, sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and community engagement. It will also provide mentorship opportunities for Black youth interested in farming. The bill appropriates $1,000,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to fund this initiative, specifying that it is a one-time appropriation.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 19, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 19, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toAgriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
February 23, 2025SenateFloorActionAuthor added
March 26, 2025SenateFloorActionWithdrawn and re-referred toJobs and Economic Development