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This bill establishes a grant program to support the direct support professionals (DSPs) workforce in Minnesota by appropriating funds to the Minnesota Ethnic Providers Network. Specifically, the bill provides funding in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support four key objectives: (1) developing a specialized curriculum for pre-training DSPs that addresses their unique educational needs, (2) offering workforce readiness training for individuals entering direct care and support services, (3) expanding recruitment efforts to increase DSP workforce capacity with a particular focus on diverse and underrepresented communities, and (4) fostering collaboration among community-based organizations, educational institutions, and providers to support long-term workforce development in this critical sector. The appropriation is described as a one-time funding allocation from the general fund, aimed at addressing workforce challenges in direct support professional services by creating a more structured and inclusive approach to recruitment, training, and professional development.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF3122&ssn=0&y=2025