This bill establishes a grant program aimed at supporting noncitizen immigrant youth in foster care in Minnesota. It appropriates $300,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2027 to the commissioner of public safety, specifically for partnerships between responsible social services agencies and nonprofit organizations. The funds are intended to help determine if children in need of protection have the necessary documentation for employment and to assist those without such documentation in obtaining permanent legal status. The bill outlines specific purposes for the grant, including conducting screenings for identification and providing legal representation to eligible youth.

Additionally, the bill sets forth criteria for applicants, requiring a partnership between a responsible social services agency and a qualifying nonprofit organization. It specifies that qualifying nonprofits must have experience in immigration relief and collaboration with county stakeholders, among other requirements. Grants must be a minimum of $150,000, and the bill includes provisions for confidentiality regarding the data of children served under this program, ensuring that sensitive information is protected while allowing for necessary data sharing for program administration and compliance verification.