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SF 2809

Mental health outreach and support and farm safety grant and outreach programs appropriation

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Mary Kunesh-Podein

Minnesota bill appropriates state funds for farm safety and mental health outreach programs targeting agricultural and rural communities.

Referred to Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development
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Bill Summary · SF 2809

Legislative bill overview

SF 2809 appropriates state funding for mental health outreach and support programs alongside farm safety grant and outreach initiatives in Minnesota. The bill targets rural and agricultural communities, addressing both mental health crises and occupational safety hazards specific to farming operations.

Why is this important

Farmers experience disproportionately high suicide rates and mental health challenges, while agricultural work carries significant injury and fatality risks. Dedicated funding for integrated mental health and farm safety programs can reduce preventable deaths and improve quality of life in rural Minnesota communities where such services are often scarce.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding amount unclear: The bill text lacks specific appropriation figures, making it difficult to assess fiscal impact or prioritization between mental health versus farm safety initiatives
  • Program design undefined: Details about how grants will be distributed, which organizations qualify, and measurable outcomes are not specified in the introduction
  • Rural versus statewide scope: Unclear whether funding prioritizes agricultural communities exclusively or includes broader rural mental health infrastructure that might compete for limited resources

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

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