The bill appropriates a total of $2,000,000 from the general fund for the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support the FATHER Project, which is managed by Goodwill Easter Seals Minnesota and its partners. The funding is specifically designated to assist fathers in overcoming various barriers that hinder their ability to provide economic and emotional support to their children. This includes support for community reentry following confinement, aiming to enhance the well-being of families in Rochester, St. Cloud, St. Paul, Minneapolis, and surrounding areas.

The legislation emphasizes the importance of supporting fathers in their roles and addresses the challenges they face, thereby promoting economic development and family stability within the state. The grant is intended to ensure the continuation of the FATHER Project, which plays a crucial role in helping fathers reintegrate into their communities and fulfill their responsibilities to their children.