This bill appropriates a total of $42 million from the general fund over two fiscal years (2026 and 2027) to support foundational public health responsibilities through community health boards and Tribal governments in Minnesota. Specifically, it allocates $21 million for each fiscal year, with designated amounts for community health boards and Tribal governments as outlined in Minnesota Statutes.

The bill specifies that a portion of the funds will be distributed to community health boards according to existing statutes, while the remaining funds will be granted to Tribal governments for their defined public health responsibilities. This funding aims to enhance public health initiatives and ensure that both community health boards and Tribal governments can effectively fulfill their foundational public health roles.