The bill proposes an appropriation of funds to the Minnesota Initiative Foundations aimed at enhancing regional child care planning and programming. Specifically, it allocates $1,000,000 from the general fund and $2,500,000 from the workforce development fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, with these funds available until June 30, 2031. The base appropriation is set at $1,000,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2028 and subsequent years. The funds are intended to support various initiatives, including the development of community solution action plans to improve the quality and availability of child care, engaging the private sector in these efforts, and providing training and technical assistance to rural child care businesses.

Additionally, the bill outlines specific objectives for the Minnesota Initiative Foundations, such as facilitating planning processes for rural communities, ensuring that quality child care is integrated into regional economic development strategies, and providing support for child care programs to participate in quality rating and improvement measurement programs. The Foundations are tasked with collaborating with local partners to offer training, professional development, and enhanced coaching for rural child care providers, thereby fostering a sustainable and high-quality child care environment that supports economic growth in the region.