This bill appropriates funds to support economic development initiatives in Minnesota, specifically targeting youth employment in North Minneapolis. It allocates a total of $250,000, with $125,000 designated for fiscal year 2026 and another $125,000 for fiscal year 2027, to the commissioner of employment and economic development. The funds are intended for a grant to the West Broadway Business and Area Coalition to enhance their Youth Jobs program.

The Youth Jobs program aims to provide essential training in soft skills, marketing, and advertising for local youth, thereby fostering their professional development and improving job readiness. This initiative is framed as a one-time appropriation, emphasizing the state's commitment to investing in the future workforce of the community.