HF4538

Purpose

• To provide funding for senior nutrition programs by appropriating money from Minnesota’s general fund.

Main Provisions

• Amount appropriated: 4,700,000 dollars (4.7 million).
• Fiscal year: 2027.
• Source: General fund.
• Recipient: Commissioner of human services.
• Purpose tied to: Senior nutrition programs, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 256.9752.
• Nature of funding: One-time appropriation (not ongoing).

Significance and Changes to Existing Law

• Creates a one-time infusion of funds for senior nutrition programs in fiscal year 2027.
• Funds flow from the general fund to the commissioner of human services to administer senior nutrition programs under the referenced statute; no other ongoing funding changes stated.

How It Fits in Context

• Supports nutrition-related services for older adults and ensures dedicated funding for a specific year, managed by the Department of Human Services.

Implementation Notes

• Specific program details, eligibility, and how the funds are to be used would be defined by the department and relevant statutes (Minnesota Statutes section 256.9752).

Relevant Terms - senior nutrition programs - appropriation - general fund - commissioner of human services - Minnesota Statutes section 256.9752 - fiscal year 2027 - one-time appropriation