The bill establishes a biennial budget for jobs, labor, and economic development in Minnesota, allocating funds to various state agencies, including the Department of Employment and Economic Development and the Department of Labor and Industry. It includes specific funding for programs focused on business development, child care support, contaminated site cleanup, and job training, with a notable emphasis on grants to local communities for enhancing child care services, particularly in non-metropolitan areas. The bill also modifies existing economic development policies, introduces new appropriations for initiatives like the Minnesota job creation fund, and mandates reporting requirements for grant recipients to ensure accountability.

Additionally, the bill proposes a series of one-time appropriations aimed at enhancing workforce development and supporting small businesses, particularly those owned by underrepresented groups. It includes significant allocations for various grants and programs targeting economic disparities, job training, and educational opportunities for underserved populations. The bill emphasizes collaboration between trade associations and workforce training partners to align services with employer demands, while also introducing new provisions for the legal cannabis industry and enhancing regulations related to manufactured homes and plumbing systems. Overall, the legislation aims to foster economic growth, improve employment opportunities, and support diverse communities across Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 116J.431, 116J.659, 116J.8733, 116J.8752, 116L.03, 116L.04, 116L.05, 116L.562, 116L.665, 116L.90, 116L.98, 116M.18, 116U.05, 116U.06, 116U.15, 116U.30, 116U.35, 248.07, 268.184, 268B.14, 469.54, 177.253, 177.254, 177.27, 181.211, 181.725, 181.9447, 181.9448, 326B.0981, 326B.103, 326B.184, 326B.31, 326B.33, 326B.37, 326B.43, 326B.49, 326B.986, 327.31, 327.32, 327.33, 327B.04, 327B.041, 327B.05