Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to support workforce development specifically targeting African American youth in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• The bill appropriates a total of $800,000 over two fiscal years, with $400,000 allocated for fiscal year 2025 and another $400,000 for fiscal year 2026.
• The funds are granted to 30000 Feet, which is a nonprofit organization.
• The financial support is aimed at funding several specific initiatives:
  • Youth apprenticeship jobs
  • Wraparound services
  • Afterschool programming
  • Summer learning loss prevention efforts

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This appropriation introduces new funding specifically targeted at initiatives benefiting African American youth, contributing to workforce development and community support through educational and vocational programming. There are no direct changes to existing laws but rather new financial allocations to specific efforts within the community.

Relevant Terms

workforce development, appropriation, African American youth, youth apprenticeship, wraparound services, afterschool programming, summer learning loss prevention, nonprofit organization.