Bill
HF 3011
Maplewood would receive DEED-administered grants to fund workforce development, economic projects, and related infrastructure to boost local jobs and growth.
HF 3011 (Minnesota 2025-2026) — Maplewood; Department of Employment and Economic Development grant funding provided, and money appropriated
Overview
HF 3011 proposes to provide targeted grant funding through the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) to support Maplewood, Minnesota. The bill authorizes appropriations and establishes a framework for distributing state funds to specific programs or projects within Maplewood, with the aim of enhancing employment opportunities, workforce development, economic activity, or related community outcomes.
Purpose and intent
- Create or expand DEED-authorized grants benefiting Maplewood.
- Support workforce development, business development, or redevelopment initiatives within Maplewood to promote local economic growth and job creation.
- Align state resources with Maplewood’s economic priorities and planning efforts.
Key provisions (what the bill would do)
- Authorization of funding: The bill allocates a specific amount of state money to be granted to Maplewood through DEED. The exact dollar amounts are defined in the bill (not provided in the summary excerpt).
- Grant administration: DEED would administer the grant program, including application processes, eligibility criteria, and selection standards. Maplewood may be the recipient or beneficiary of these DEED-administered grants.
- Eligible activities: Funds could be used for programs or projects that support:
- Workforce development initiatives (training, apprenticeships, sector partnerships)
- Economic development efforts (small business assistance, redevelopment, site development)
- Infrastructure or capacity-building projects aligned with Maplewood’s economic plan
- Other purposes consistent with DEED’s grant programs and state policy goals (as defined in statute or the program guidelines)
- Accountability and reporting: Recipients would be subject to standard reporting requirements, performance metrics, and potential auditing provisions to ensure proper use of funds and measurable outcomes.
- Timeframe and duration: The bill would specify the term of the appropriation and any sunset or renewal conditions, including whether the funds are one-time or ongoing, and the date by which projects must be initiated or completed.
Who is affected
- Maplewood: Primary beneficiary, receiving targeted grant funding for eligible economic development or workforce initiatives.
- DEED: Responsible for administering the grant program, handling applications, disbursements, monitoring, and reporting.
- Local partners: Potential involvement by Maplewood's economic development office, employers, educational institutions, and workforce training providers that would implement or benefit from funded activities.
- State budgeting and oversight: The appropriation constitutes state fiscal resources and subject to state budgeting rules, oversight, and compliance requirements.
Procedural and timeline aspects
- Introduction and first reading occurred on April 1, 2025, and the bill was referred to the House committees on Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy.
- Pending steps typically include committee hearings, potential amendments, floor votes in the House, and companion action in the Senate, followed by conference committee processes if needed.
- Timing depends on the legislative schedule; appropriations bills often include start dates for funding and project timelines, with reporting deadlines tied to grant cycles.
Notes
- The summary above reflects the description available in the provided materials. Exact dollar amounts, eligibility criteria, grant program name, and detailed project scope would be defined in the bill text and any accompanying fiscal notes or committee statements.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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