The "Supporting Women Act" establishes a grant program in Minnesota to provide financial support to nonprofit women's pregnancy centers and maternity homes. This program, administered by the commissioner of health, aims to assist pregnant women, particularly those in crisis or at risk of homelessness, by funding housing, services, and assistance. Importantly, the bill prohibits the use of grant funds for any abortion-related activities, including counseling or referrals. Additionally, it includes privacy protections for women seeking services, ensuring that personal information remains confidential unless consent is provided.

The bill outlines various appropriations from the general fund for fiscal years 2024 through 2027, totaling significant funding for health-related initiatives. Key allocations include $4,000,000 for the new grant program for women's pregnancy centers and maternity homes, with $3,000,000 designated for pregnancy centers and $1,000,000 for maternity homes in both fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The bill also adjusts the general fund base, reducing it for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, while introducing funding for other health initiatives, including a study on life-sustaining treatment orders and support for the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. These measures aim to enhance health services and support vulnerable populations in Minnesota.