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This bill appropriates $680,000 from the state general fund to the Minnesota commissioner of employment and economic development in both fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The funding is specifically designated as a grant to Rethos, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, to support and expand the Main Street America - Minnesota program. The grant will support various activities including outreach, engagement, training, education, program reporting, program evaluation, and efforts to reduce financial barriers to program participation. Of the total appropriation, $230,000 is specifically earmarked to be distributed as technical assistance grants to local Main Street America organizations, with the grant allocation criteria and processes to be developed by Rethos. The bill aims to provide financial and operational support to help local communities enhance their downtown and commercial district revitalization efforts through the Main Street America program.

Labor and Employment

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2545&ssn=0&y=2025