SF3322

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to support veterans and their families by providing funding to the United Heroes League, a nonprofit organization, for improvements to their facilities.

Main Provisions

• Grant Allocation: The bill provides a $1,000,000 grant from the state's general fund to the United Heroes League for the fiscal year 2026.
• Usage of Funds: The grant must be used for capital improvements at the organization's campus located in Hastings, Minnesota. These improvements should benefit current service members, veterans, and their dependents.
• Reporting Requirements: The Minnesota Commissioner of Veterans Affairs is mandated to report on how the grant funds are used. This includes a detailed account of any expenditures associated with grant administration.
• Deadline for Report: The report is due by January 15, 2027, and must be submitted to both legislative committee chairs and ranking minority members responsible for veterans' affairs. Additionally, the report should be filed with the Legislative Reference Library.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This legislative act introduces a new appropriation specifically for enhancing facilities that assist veterans, marking a targeted funding effort to support the infrastructure used by service members and their families.

Relevant Terms

• United Heroes League
• Capital improvements
• Veterans affairs
• Grant administration
• Legislative Reference Library