Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to support workforce development in Minnesota by educating employers about the benefits and incentives of second-chance hiring. Second-chance hiring refers to employing individuals with a conviction record.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $200,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $200,000 for fiscal year 2027 from the Minnesota workforce development fund.
• The funds are to be used by the commissioner of employment and economic development to launch a statewide education campaign.
• The campaign will feature an informational website and a staffed hotline service to assist employers.
• Employers will be informed about the existing state and federal incentives for employing individuals with a conviction record.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a new, one-time financial appropriation specifically aimed at promoting second-chance hiring through education and resources for employers.

Relevant Terms

second-chance hiring, conviction record, workforce development, employment incentives, education campaign, hotline service, informational website