This bill proposes an appropriation of $250,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to the University of Minnesota. The funds are designated for the establishment of a Center for Nursing Equity and Excellence, which will be developed in collaboration with Minnesota State Colleges and Universities. The center aims to address various nursing workforce needs, including creating pathways into nursing education, fostering innovations in nursing education, enhancing simulation in nursing, promoting workforce equality across Minnesota, and supporting the well-being of student nurses and practicing nurses in both clinical and academic settings.

The bill emphasizes the importance of addressing nursing workforce challenges and aims to improve the overall quality and accessibility of nursing education and practice in the state. By establishing this center, the legislation seeks to ensure that nursing professionals are well-prepared to meet the demands of the healthcare system and to promote equity within the nursing workforce across all regions of Minnesota.