Bill > HF2960

This bill appropriates $50,000 total ($25,000 in fiscal years 2026 and 2027) from the arts and cultural heritage fund to support Fishing with Vets, a nonprofit organization recognized under section 501(c)(3) of the tax code. The funding is specifically designated to help the organization organize and conduct guided fishing trips for veterans throughout Minnesota. The grant will be administered through the commissioner of administration, and the bill aims to provide recreational and potentially therapeutic outdoor experiences for military veterans by supporting this specialized nonprofit organization's activities. The appropriation comes from a dedicated state fund typically used for arts, cultural, and heritage-related initiatives, suggesting a recognition of the program's potential value in supporting veterans' well-being and community engagement.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2960&ssn=0&y=2025