The bill establishes the Reproductive Health Equity Grant Fund in Minnesota, aimed at ensuring access to abortion care within the state. It outlines the purpose of the fund, which is to provide one-time grants to abortion providers, government entities, and nonprofit organizations that facilitate access to abortion care. The bill defines key terms related to abortion and sets eligibility criteria for organizations seeking grant funding. The commissioner of health is tasked with administering the grant program, which includes awarding funds to enhance the capacity of abortion providers, ensure affordability of care, and improve the infrastructure of facilities providing abortion services.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect patient privacy, stating that no personally identifying information of individuals seeking or receiving services can be disclosed by grant recipients. It also includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the law is found invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable. The bill appropriates $30 million from the general fund for the fiscal year 2026 to support the reproductive health equity grant fund, with the program set to begin no later than January 1, 2026. The effective date for the provisions of this section is July 1, 2025.