This bill, titled S.F. No. 985, proposes the establishment of a disability inclusion pilot project in Minnesota. It aims to enhance workplace diversity by encouraging the hiring of individuals with disabilities and educating businesses on the benefits and methods of creating inclusive environments.

Key components of the project include:

1. Persuading employers to hire more people with disabilities.
2. Offering training and resources to businesses on how to productively accommodate disabled employees.
3. Providing guidance and support to disabled individuals and their families on accessing services and achieving greater inclusion in work and community life.
4. Supporting the development of services tailored to the specific cultural needs of rural and Indigenous communities, as well as entrepreneurs who are Black, Indigenous, or People of Color.
5. Creating community-requested support services and safe spaces for training and other supportive activities.
6. Conducting a statewide assessment to improve accessibility and inclusion in businesses and community spaces.

The bill allocates $4,000,000 from the general fund in 2025 to fund this project, which will be managed by Lifeworks Services Inc. It is required to impact all six planning areas across Minnesota, including rural and Tribal regions. This allocation is a one-time funding setup.