S.F. No. 5151 Summary

• Establishes a youth climate action fellowship program administered by the Commissioner of Commerce in partnership with community organizations serving underrepresented communities impacted by climate change.

• Program provides four components: recruitment and training on climate science and renewable energy; education and action workshops in schools and community centers; community engagement activities including career shadowing with renewable energy companies; and mentorship through resilience hubs with online alumni networks.

• Commissioner must submit annual reports to legislature beginning January 15, 2026, measuring program effectiveness in increasing youth awareness of climate change and renewable careers, encouraging climate action involvement, supporting career development, and fostering collaboration between youth and industry.

• Appropriates $400,000 from the general fund in fiscal year 2025 for fellow stipends, training expenses, program administration, outreach materials, and partnership grants with community organizations and renewable energy businesses.