This bill proposes an appropriation of funds to support workforce development in Minnesota, specifically targeting cybersecurity training. It allocates a total of $500,000, with $250,000 designated for fiscal year 2026 and another $250,000 for fiscal year 2027. The funds will be granted to Milestone Community Development to facilitate the Milestone Tech Cybersecurity Training Program, which will be conducted in partnership with Saint Mary University.
The bill emphasizes the importance of enhancing cybersecurity skills within the workforce, reflecting a growing need for trained professionals in this field. This initiative is framed as a one-time appropriation, indicating that the funding is not intended to be a recurring expense but rather a targeted investment in workforce development for the specified years.