The bill proposes the appropriation of $225,000 from the workforce development fund for fiscal year 2027 to support grants aimed at enhancing meat cutting and butchery training in secondary career and technical education programs. The funds can be utilized for various costs, including purchasing necessary equipment, renovating facilities, and training faculty. Each grant recipient may receive up to $75,000, with a provision allowing up to ten percent of the grant to be allocated for faculty training. Priority for these grants will be given to applicants collaborating with Minnesota State Colleges and Universities or local industry partners.

Additionally, the bill mandates that by January 15, 2028, the commissioner of employment and economic development must report to relevant legislative committees detailing the grants awarded, including amounts and any unfulfilled requests. If further grants are issued after this initial report, an additional report is required by November 1, 2028. The bill also allows the Department of Employment and Economic Development to enter into interagency agreements with the Department of Agriculture to facilitate the program's administration.