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MN HF1990

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Mike Freiberg

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Establishes a 9-member Minnesota Volunteerism Innovation Board with appointments by the governor (3), house speaker (2), senate president (2), and minority leaders (1 each), serving 5-year terms without compensation

  • Appropriates $2 million total ($1 million in FY2026 and $1 million in FY2027) from the general fund, with no more than $80,000 per year for administrative costs and the remainder for grants

  • Requires grant applicants to provide a full nonstate match through direct funds or in-kind contributions including staff and volunteer time, with grants available to public, nonprofit, or business organizations engaging nonstipend volunteers

  • Mandates annual reports to the legislature by November 15 including financial statements, board activities, and grant outcomes, with grants aligned to Minnesota Compass community indicators

  • Sets expiration dates of June 30, 2028 for the board and June 30, 2030 for the grant program, with initial appointments due by August 1, 2025 and first meeting by September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Minnesota Volunteerism Innovation Board established, grants required, report required, and money appropriated.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to State Government Finance and Policy

3/6/2025

Committee Referrals

State Government Finance & Policy3/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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