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Introduced
01/27/2025
01/27/2025
In Committee
01/27/2025
01/27/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to economic development; appropriating money for a grant to the FATHER Project.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates a total of $2 million in state funding ($1 million in fiscal year 2026 and another $1 million in fiscal year 2027) from the general fund to support the FATHER Project, which is a program run by Goodwill Easter Seals Minnesota. The grant will specifically fund efforts to help fathers in Rochester, St. Cloud, St. Paul, Minneapolis, and surrounding areas overcome obstacles that prevent them from providing economic and emotional support to their children. The program has a particular focus on assisting fathers with community reintegration after periods of confinement, potentially helping them rebuild their lives and family connections. By providing targeted support, the bill aims to strengthen family structures and support fathers in maintaining meaningful relationships with their children.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Hearing (08:15:00 2/25/2025 ) (on 02/25/2025)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0591&ssn=0&y=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF591&version=0&session=ls94&session_year=2025&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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