AI Generated Summary
Purpose
- The bill aims to support workforce development by providing funding for the Getting to Work Grant Program. It does this by making an appropriation from the general fund.
Main Provisions
- Section 1: Appropriation
- Allocates 1,000,000 dollars (one million) in fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the Commissioner of Employment and Economic Development for the Getting to Work Grant Program, authorized under Minnesota Statutes section 116J.545.
- Of this amount, up to five percent may be used for administration and monitoring of the program.
Administration and Oversight
- The program is administered by the Commissioner of Employment and Economic Development.
- The administration and monitoring costs are limited to up to five percent of the total appropriation.
Financial and Legal References
- Source: General Fund
- Statutory basis: Minnesota Statutes section 116J.545
- Fiscal year covered: 2027
Significance
- Establishes a dedicated funding stream for the Getting to Work Grant Program and clarifies that a portion of the funds can cover administrative and monitoring activities.
Implementation Notes
- The bill directs funding through the existing program framework under Minnesota Statutes 116J.545 and assigns oversight to the Department of Employment and Economic Development.
Relevant Terms
getting to work grant program; general fund; appropriation; fiscal year 2027; commissioner of employment and economic development; Minnesota Statutes section 116J.545; administration and monitoring; up to five percent
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF PDF file
Upcoming committee meetings
- Jobs and Economic Development on: March 18, 2026 12:30
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 11, 2026 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| March 11, 2026 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Jobs and Economic Development |
Citations
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee