The bill establishes a Veteran Mentorship Program for Black youth, aimed at preventing youth violence by employing veterans as mentors. The program will assist Black youth in exploring career opportunities in the armed forces. The commissioner of veterans affairs is tasked with awarding a grant to an organization responsible for developing, operating, and administering this mentorship initiative.

Additionally, the bill appropriates $5,000,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to support the program. This funding is allocated for various purposes, including $1,000,000 for youth engagement activities, $1,500,000 for veteran salaries, $2,000,000 for community outreach and education, and $500,000 for program administration and operation. This appropriation is designated as a one-time funding allocation.