This bill appropriates funds to the Minnesota Management and Budget agency to enhance its capacity to assist specific groups, particularly nonprofits, American Indian communities, and communities of color, in navigating the capital budget process. The proposed appropriation of $....... for fiscal year 2024 aims to raise awareness about the capital budget process and provide technical assistance related to general fund or general obligation bond funding for capital projects. Additionally, the bill emphasizes the need for coordination with other state agencies regarding the administration of grant agreements and programs related to capital projects.

Furthermore, the bill outlines staffing requirements for any new positions created under this appropriation. These positions are expected to provide technical assistance on various aspects of the capital budget process, including compliance requirements and sustainable building design guidelines. They will also be tasked with supporting nonprofits and state fund grantees from the initial stages of qualifying capital projects, particularly those exempt from certain requirements based on construction costs. The provisions of this bill will take effect the day after final enactment.