Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate funds to the city of St. Paul, Minnesota, to enhance a youth internship program known as Right Track. This initiative is designed to support workforce development by providing young people opportunities to gain work experience and mentorship.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates a total of $500,000 from the state's workforce development fund. Specifically, $250,000 is designated for fiscal year 2026 and another $250,000 for fiscal year 2027.
• These funds are to be used as a grant to expand the Right Track youth internship program in St. Paul.
• The Right Track program is aimed at young individuals from households with financial constraints. It focuses on helping them develop skills needed for work readiness and offers mentorship opportunities, as well as the chance to explore various career paths.

Significant Changes

• This legislative action represents a one-time funding allocation, implying that ongoing or additional funding beyond these specified amounts and fiscal years will require separate legislative action.

Relevant Terms

workforce development, Right Track, youth internship program, mentorship, career pathways, fiscal year, cost-burdened households, grant, employment and economic development.