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SF2809 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Mental health outreach and support and farm safety grant and outreach programs appropriation

Related bill: HF1702

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide financial support for mental health outreach and farm safety programs in Minnesota, specifically targeting the agricultural community. This includes farmers and ranchers, helping to address mental health challenges and promoting safety in farming practices.

Main Provisions

  • The bill allocates $100,000 for the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from Minnesota’s general fund.
  • Funds are directed to the commissioner of agriculture for:
    • Mental health outreach and support programs specifically designed for the agricultural sector.
    • Farm safety grant and outreach programs aimed at improving farm safety conditions.

Significant Changes

  • The bill enables the creation of services such as a 24-hour mental health hotline, educational programs to reduce stigma, and other supportive measures for mental health.
  • Allows for the continuation of unspent funds from fiscal year 2026 into fiscal year 2027, ensuring ongoing support.

Relevant Terms

mental health outreach, farm safety, farmers, ranchers, agricultural community, 24-hour hotline, stigma reduction, education, fiscal appropriations, Minnesota Statutes

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toAgriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development

Citations

 
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        "Allows funds to be used until a specific date even if unencumbered."
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