The bill proposes an appropriation of $500,000 from the general fund for the fiscal year 2026 to support a health awareness hub pilot project aimed at addressing the health care education and wellness needs of elderly individuals within the African immigrant community in Minnesota. The funding will be allocated to the Organization for Liberians in Minnesota, which will provide culturally relevant support, resources, and preventive care education through medical practitioners who share similar backgrounds. The project will also facilitate appropriate referrals to culturally competent programs and medical care.

Additionally, the Organization for Liberians in Minnesota is required to submit an evaluation of the pilot project to the commissioner of human services within six months of its conclusion. This evaluation will help assess the effectiveness of the project in meeting its objectives. The bill emphasizes that this funding is a one-time appropriation, indicating that it is not intended to be a recurring expense.