The bill proposes an appropriation of $1,200,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to the commissioner of employment and economic development. This funding is designated for a grant to the Minnesota STEM Ecosystem, which aims to enhance STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) learning opportunities and workforce development in these critical fields.

The Minnesota STEM Ecosystem is tasked with utilizing these funds to support various programs that promote STEM education and workforce initiatives. The bill emphasizes the importance of strategic alignment of STEM initiatives across the state, ensuring that the grant effectively contributes to the overall development of STEM capabilities within Minnesota.