SF1616
Commissioner of veterans affairs appropriation for a veteran mentorship program for Black youth
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: HF1511
AI Generated Summary
This bill, Minnesota Senate File No. 1616, appropriates $5 million in fiscal year 2026 to the commissioner of veterans affairs for a veteran mentorship program for Black youth. The program aims to prevent youth violence by employing veterans as mentors and assisting Black youth in exploring career opportunities in the armed forces.
The funding breakdown is as follows: - $1 million for youth engagement activities - $1.5 million for veterans' salaries as mentors - $2 million for community outreach and education for Black youth - $500,000 for program administration and operation
This is a one-time appropriation.
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2025 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| February 20, 2025 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development | |
| March 03, 2025 | Senate | Action | Author added | ||
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