The bill appropriates a total of $1 million from the general fund to the commissioner of veterans affairs for the Lutheran Social Services CORE program, with $500,000 allocated for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. This funding is designated for providing home-delivered meals to veterans in Minnesota, specifically outside of Hennepin and Ramsey Counties, as well as for offering technical assistance, enrollment support, outreach, and volunteer recruitment for member programs. The appropriation is a one-time allocation, allowing any unencumbered balance to carry over into the second year.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the Lutheran Social Services CORE program submit an annual report to the commissioner of veterans affairs and the relevant legislative committees by September 1 each year. This report must detail the utilization of the grant funds and the number of veterans and service members served by the program, ensuring accountability and transparency in the use of the appropriated funds.