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This bill modifies the veterans service office grant program by increasing the annual grant to the Minnesota Association of County Veterans Service Officers from $100,000 to $160,000. The bill maintains the existing base grant of $7,500 for each county, with additional grant amounts determined by the county's veteran population (ranging from $0 to $20,000 based on population size). The new provisions specifically allocate $60,000 of the grant for technical assistance, with $20,000 each dedicated to three specialized technical assistance coordinators: one for women veterans, one for veteran suicide prevention, and one for justice-involved veterans. These coordinators, who will be selected from county veterans service officers or assistant officers, will be able to travel and consult with Minnesota counties on specific areas of expertise. The bill appropriates $60,000 in both fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for these purposes, with any unspent funds from fiscal year 2026 remaining available in 2027. The overall goal remains supporting county veterans service offices in providing outreach, reintegration assistance, collaboration with social services, reducing veteran homelessness, and enhancing veterans' support services.

Military Affairs and Security

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1350&ssn=0&y=2025