The bill proposes an appropriation of $2,250,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to the commissioner of employment and economic development. This funding is designated for a grant to the Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) to enhance small business programs, which include training, lending, business services, and real estate initiatives. The bill allows for the allocation of funds to assist organizations outside the seven-county metropolitan area with technical assistance and grants, as well as providing one-on-one support for entrepreneurs and funding for the operations and marketing of a cybersecurity center.

This appropriation is a one-time allocation, and any unencumbered balance at the end of the first year will remain available for use in the second year. The bill aims to bolster economic development by supporting small businesses and enhancing their capacity to thrive, particularly in areas that may not have immediate access to such resources.