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MN SF1782

MN SF1782
Fishing with Vets grant appropriation


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Introduced
02/24/2025
In Committee
02/24/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to veterans; appropriating money for a grant to Fishing with Vets; requiring reports.

AI Summary

This bill appropriates a total of $50,000 ($25,000 in fiscal year 2026 and $25,000 in fiscal year 2027) from the general fund to the commissioner of veterans affairs, specifically designated as a grant for Fishing with Vets, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The purpose of the grant is to support the organization's efforts to organize and conduct guided fishing trips for veterans across Minnesota. The bill requires the commissioner of veterans affairs to submit an annual report by January 15 to the chairs and ranking minority members of legislative committees with jurisdiction over veterans, detailing the uses of the grant money, including any administrative costs. The report must be filed with the Legislative Reference Library in accordance with Minnesota Statutes. As a condition of receiving the grant, Fishing with Vets must agree to provide the commissioner with any necessary information to complete the required report.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Author added Gustafson (on 03/03/2025)

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