Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to enhance workforce development in Northeastern Minnesota by allocating funds to establish a regional career technical education center. It addresses the need for cost-effective workforce training in alignment with regional industry requirements.

Main Provisions

• Funding: The bill proposes an allocation of $5,500,000 for fiscal year 2026 from the workforce development fund.
• Grant Recipient: The grant will be awarded to Independent School District No. 704 in Proctor.
• Partnership: The project will be managed by a partnership between the Proctor, Hermantown, and Esko school districts.
• Use of Funds: The grant can be used for purchasing real estate, covering building and remodeling expenses, and acquiring equipment necessary for career and technical education.
• Duration of Fund Availability: The appropriated funds will be available until the completion or abandonment of the project, subject to specific Minnesota statutes.

Significant Changes

The bill does not modify existing laws but establishes new financial appropriations specifically for the creation of a career technical education center, thereby directly investing in regional workforce development.

Relevant Terms

• Workforce development
• Career technical education
• Regional center of excellence
• Proctor, Hermantown, Esko school districts
• Grant funding
• Industry needs