Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to support workforce development by providing financial resources for youth programming. It specifically targets helping disadvantaged youth by funding mentoring programs that can improve their life and career prospects.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes allocating $500,000 in the fiscal year 2026 and another $500,000 in the fiscal year 2027 from the workforce development fund.
• The funds are designated for a grant to the Bolder Options Youth Mentoring Program.
• The program will provide one-to-one mentorship focusing on wellness, academic achievement, life and job-seeking skills, and career planning.
• It will also include career and college achievement coaching and create connections to employment, job training, and educational opportunities.
• The grant must specifically serve youth aged 12-22 in the Bolder Options program located in the Twin Cities and Rochester, Minnesota.
• This funding is a one-time appropriation.

Significant Changes

• The introduction of a new financial appropriation for Bolder Options marks a targeted investment in youth mentoring services as a method of workforce development.
• The focus on structured mentoring supports a comprehensive approach to addressing youth unemployment and educational attainment challenges, particularly among disadvantaged groups.

Relevant Terms

youth mentoring, workforce development, Bolder Options, disadvantaged youth, life skills, job-seeking skills, career coaching, educational opportunities, Twin Cities, Rochester