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This bill establishes the Council on Central and Eastern European Affairs to represent Minnesotans from Central and Eastern Europe, many of whom have arrived as refugees or humanitarian parolees due to conflict or political instability and face challenges accessing government services. The council will consist of 15 voting members: 11 public members appointed by the governor, who should reflect the diversity of these communities and include at least five women, and four legislative members appointed by House and Senate leadership. The council will advise the governor and legislature on issues affecting these communities, recommend policy changes, act as a liaison between the state and community organizations, and conduct studies on relevant topics. The bill also appropriates $700,000 for fiscal year 2027 and establishes a base appropriation of $700,000 for fiscal year 2028 for the council's operations, staffing, and outreach.

Government Affairs

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/94/2026/0/SF/4415/