Purpose

Provide ongoing funding for food shelf programs in Minnesota by appropriating money from the state's general fund to support food assistance efforts run through the state government.

Main Provisions

• The bill appropriates 5,392,000 dollars in fiscal year 2027 from the general fund.
• The money is allocated to the commissioner of children, youth and families.
• The funds are for food shelf programs described under Minnesota Statutes section 142F.14.
• This appropriation is added to the program’s base funding, meaning it becomes part of the ongoing funding level.

Funding Details

• Source: General Fund.
• Recipient: Commissioner of Children, Youth and Families.
• Amount: 5,392,000 dollars.
• Fiscal Year: 2027.
• Legal basis: Minnesota Statutes section 142F.14 (food shelf programs).

Significance and Changes to Existing Law

• Creates or increases baseline funding for Minnesota food shelf programs by adding the appropriation to the base level.
• Establishes a dedicated annual funding amount for food shelf programs starting in fiscal year 2027, reinforcing ongoing support beyond a one-time appropriation.

Practical Impact

• More stable, long-term funding for food shelf programs (food assistance) in Minnesota.
• Supports operations and services provided under the referenced statute, potentially increasing capacity to assist people in need.

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Relevant Terms - appropriation - general fund - commissioner of children, youth and families - food shelf programs - Minnesota Statutes section 142F.14 - base funding / added to the base - fiscal year 2027 - food support