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This bill establishes a prepared meals food grant program administered by the commissioner of children, youth, and families to provide hunger relief to Minnesotans experiencing food insecurity. The program will provide grants to nonprofit organizations and federally recognized American Indian Tribes/Bands that can prepare and distribute culturally tailored meals in licensed commercial kitchens. Eligible grantees must focus on serving individuals aged 18-60 and their dependents, and cannot receive funding from other state or federal meal programs. When awarding grants, the commissioner will prioritize organizations that can serve diverse populations, work with community partners to reach those most in need, and source at least 50% of their meal ingredients from Minnesota producers or donated/waste food. Grantees must maintain detailed records of expenditures and report to the commissioner, with any ineligible spending requiring repayment to the general fund. The bill appropriates an unspecified amount of money in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support these grants, with the goal of ensuring statewide coverage while minimizing administrative costs.

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