The bill proposes the establishment of a grant program to support veteran retreats at Camp Bliss in Walker, Minnesota. It mandates the commissioner of veterans affairs to issue a grant to Independent Lifestyles, Inc. for expenses related to these retreats, which will provide therapy, transportation, and activities tailored for eligible veterans and their family members. The bill specifies that the commissioner must reimburse the grant recipient at least $850 for each verified eligible veteran or family member who attends the camp, allowing for up to two visits per year per individual.
Additionally, the bill defines "eligible veteran" as either a former armed forces service member with appropriate documentation or a current member of the armed forces, and it defines "family member" as the spouse, domestic partner, or child of an eligible veteran. The bill appropriates $150,000 from the general fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support this grant program, ensuring that the funding becomes part of the agency's base budget.