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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 $2 million from Minnesota's general fund in fiscal year 2026 to the commissioner of employment and economic development, specifically for a grant to Goodwill Easter Seals Minnesota and its partners. The grant is designated to support the FATHER Project, which operates in multiple Minnesota communities including Rochester, Park Rapids, St. Cloud, St. Paul, and Minneapolis, with the goal of helping fathers overcome obstacles that prevent them from providing both economic and emotional support to their children. The bill aims to support fathers' ability to be more fully engaged in their children's lives by addressing barriers they may face, which could include challenges related to employment, education, legal issues, or personal development.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Hearing (12:30:00 2/10/2025 ) (on 02/10/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0648&ssn=0&y=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF648&version=0&session=ls94&session_year=2025&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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