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This bill establishes a comprehensive support program for Black veterans in Minnesota by requiring the commissioner of veterans affairs to award a $5,000,000 grant to an organization in fiscal year 2026. The grant will fund a multi-faceted support program designed to address several critical needs for Black veterans, including mental health services ($1,500,000), job training and employment assistance ($1,000,000), homeownership support ($700,000), educational support ($500,000), and program administration and outreach ($1,000,000). Specifically, the program will provide assistance with mental health case management, job seeking, healthcare access, financial literacy, and support for achieving homeownership. The appropriation is designated as a one-time funding allocation, with the goal of creating a dedicated support system to help Black veterans in Minnesota overcome various personal and professional challenges they may face after military service.

Military Affairs and Security

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