SF3904

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