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HF 2737

Hunger-Free Campus grant program funding provided, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kristin Bahner and 4 co-sponsors

Summary of HF 2737: Hunger-Free Campus Grant Program Funding Bill OverviewThis bill aims to provide funding for the Hunger-Free Campus grant program, which supports initiatives to

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Bill Summary · HF 2737

Summary of HF 2737: Hunger-Free Campus Grant Program Funding

Bill Overview

This bill aims to provide funding for the Hunger-Free Campus grant program, which supports initiatives to address food insecurity among students attending Minnesota's public colleges and universities.

Key Provisions

  • Appropriates $5 million in funding for the Hunger-Free Campus grant program for the 2026-2027 biennium.
  • Directs the Minnesota Office of Higher Education to administer the grant program, which provides funding to public higher education institutions to:
    • Establish or expand on-campus food pantries, meal voucher programs, and other food access initiatives.
    • Conduct outreach and awareness campaigns to connect students with available food assistance resources.
    • Train faculty and staff to identify and support students experiencing food insecurity.
  • Requires grant recipients to report annually on the use of funds and the impact on student food security.

Affected Parties

  • Public colleges and universities in Minnesota, including the University of Minnesota system and Minnesota State Colleges and Universities.
  • Students attending these public higher education institutions, particularly those experiencing food insecurity.

Timeline and Procedure

  • This bill was introduced on March 24, 2025 and has a companion bill (SF 2481) in the state Senate.
  • If enacted, the $5 million in funding would be available for the 2026-2027 biennium, supporting campus hunger initiatives during that two-year period.
  • The bill would take effect July 1, 2025, the start of the next fiscal year, pending approval by the Minnesota Legislature and Governor.

Overall, this legislation aims to address the issue of food insecurity among college students in Minnesota by providing dedicated funding for campus-based programs and services to improve food access and support.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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