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This bill establishes a veteran mentorship program specifically designed for Black youth, with the goal of preventing youth violence and exploring career opportunities in the armed forces. The commissioner of veterans affairs will award a grant to an organization to develop, operate, and administer the program, which will involve employing veterans as mentors for Black youth. The bill appropriates $5,000,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026, with a detailed breakdown of how the funds will be used: $1,000,000 for youth engagement activities, $1,500,000 for veteran mentors' salaries, $2,000,000 for community outreach and education, and $500,000 for program administration. This is a one-time appropriation, emphasizing the specific, time-limited nature of the funding. The program aims to provide positive guidance, career exploration, and support for Black youth through veteran mentorship, potentially addressing issues of youth violence and creating opportunities for professional development.

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