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This bill directs the Commissioner of Children, Youth, and Families to conduct a comprehensive statewide assessment of out-of-school and youth programming for individuals 21 years old and younger. The assessment requires gathering data on current state, county, and city enrichment activities, including their funding sources and target populations, as well as creating a complete list of public programs and financing mechanisms. The commissioner must engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including youth, families, program providers, and subject-matter experts, to evaluate barriers to accessing these programs and develop recommendations for improving program access and quality. Through a community engagement process, the commissioner will identify gaps in existing programming and potential strategies to address them. By February 15, 2026, the commissioner must submit a detailed report to legislative committee chairs, including evaluation findings and specific finance and policy recommendations for expanding access to quality out-of-school and youth programming. The bill also includes a one-time appropriation from the general fund to support the evaluation and report preparation, though the specific dollar amount is not specified in the provided text.

Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1660&ssn=0&y=2025