SF2311

SF2311 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Transitional housing renovation and construction appropriation

Related bill: HF2903

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide financial support for the renovation and construction of transitional housing in Minnesota. This initiative intends to assist in creating more safe and accessible housing options for individuals in need of temporary housing solutions.

Main Provisions

Appropriation of Funds: An unspecified amount of money will be allocated from Minnesota's general fund for the fiscal year 2026.
Targeting Transitional Housing: The funds will be distributed as grants to eligible recipients for specific transitional housing purposes.
Use of Grants:
1. Renovating Non-transitional Sites: Funds may be used to transform buildings that are not currently utilized as transitional housing into suitable sites.
2. Improving Current Transitional Sites: Grants can also be directed towards the renovation of existing transitional housing sites.
3. Construction of New Sites: The funding supports the building of new transitional housing facilities.
4. Enhancing Safety and Habitability: There is a focus on improving safety, sanitation, accessibility, and habitability of existing facilities.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The bill introduces a new, one-time financial appropriation specifically aimed at enhancing and expanding transitional housing facilities, potentially impacting current and future service availability and quality.

Relevant Terms

Transitional Housing
Renovation
Construction
Safety
Accessibility
Habitability
Grants
Fiscal Year 2026

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 09, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
March 09, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Health and Human Services

Citations

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