The bill appropriates $5,000,000 from the renewable development account for the fiscal year 2026 to support the Minnesota Energy Alley initiative. This funding is designated for a grant to Clean Energy Economy Minnesota, aimed at enhancing the state's energy and economic development. The grant can be utilized for various purposes, including establishing and supporting the initiative, providing seed funding for businesses, developing training programs, recruiting entrepreneurs, and securing additional funding from federal programs and corporate partners to create a sustainable revenue model.

This appropriation is made notwithstanding existing provisions in Minnesota Statutes, specifically section 116C.779, subdivision 1, paragraph (j). The bill emphasizes that this funding is a one-time appropriation, indicating a focused investment in the initiative rather than a recurring financial commitment.