The bill proposes an appropriation of $750,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to support the Minnesota Grocers Association Foundation's Carts to Careers initiative. This initiative aims to enhance workforce development in the food industry by promoting career opportunities, conducting outreach, providing job skills training, and awarding scholarships to students interested in pursuing careers in this sector.

Additionally, the funds may be utilized for training and development costs, certifications, and other activities designed to strengthen the workforce pipeline within the food retail sector. This appropriation is designated as a one-time funding allocation.