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MN HF3972

Bill

Status

Introduced

4/26/2016

Primary Sponsor

Joe Mullery

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature 2015-2016

AI Summary

  • Appropriates an unspecified amount from the general fund in fiscal year 2017 to the University of Minnesota Board of Regents for research activities at the Center for Urban and Regional Affairs

  • Requires research to study specific challenges affecting low-income urban communities of color in six areas: economic opportunity, housing, public health, public safety, access to transportation, and access to educational programs for employment and community engagement skills

  • Mandates research include recommendations for ongoing strategies to reduce disparities in these communities

  • Requires the Board of Regents to submit a report to legislative committees with jurisdiction over higher education finance and policy by January 15, 2017, describing the research programs or activities supported by the appropriation

Legislative Description

University of Minnesota research on challenges facing low income urban communities of color funding provided, legislative report required, and money appropriated.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Higher Education Policy and Finance

4/26/2016

Committee Referrals

Higher Education Policy and Finance4/26/2016

Full Bill Text

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