The bill appropriates funds for the Minnesota Helmets to Hardhats program, which aims to support military members and veterans in accessing apprenticeship opportunities in the building and construction industries. Specifically, it allocates $238,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to the commissioner of labor and industry. These funds are designated for a grant to Building Strong Communities, which will facilitate the participation of National Guard, reserve, and active duty military members, as well as veterans, in registered apprenticeship programs.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes that the recruitment, selection, employment, and training processes within the program must be free from discrimination based on various factors, including race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, receipt of public assistance, or age. This provision aims to ensure equitable access to career training and employment opportunities for all participants in the program.