Bill > HF2635

This bill appropriates $5.5 million in fiscal year 2026 from the workforce development fund to support the construction of a regional career technical education center in Northeastern Minnesota. Specifically, the grant will be provided to Independent School District No. 704 in Proctor, with the center being a collaborative project overseen by Proctor, Hermantown, and Esko school districts. The center aims to provide cost-effective workforce training that addresses regional industry needs. The grant funds can be used for purchasing real estate, construction and renovation expenses, and acquiring equipment necessary for career and technical education programs. The appropriation remains available until the project is either completed or abandoned, in accordance with existing state financial regulations. The bill highlights the importance of developing localized educational infrastructure to support workforce development and meet the specific training demands of the region's industries.

Labor and Employment

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