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HF 496

Minneapolis; WE WIN Institute, Inc. funding provided to acquire and improve property, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Esther Agbaje and 1 co-sponsor

HF 496 - Minneapolis; WE WIN Institute, Inc. Funding OverviewBill Number: HF 496 Title: Minneapolis; WE WIN Institute, Inc. funding provided to acquire and improve property, and m

Introduction and first reading, referred to Capital Investment
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Bill Summary · HF 496

HF 496 - Minneapolis; WE WIN Institute, Inc. Funding

Overview

Bill Number: HF 496
Title: Minneapolis; WE WIN Institute, Inc. funding provided to acquire and improve property, and money appropriated.
Status: Introduction and first reading, referred to Capital Investment
Introduced: February 20, 2025

Purpose and Intent

This bill seeks to provide funding to the WE WIN Institute, Inc., a non-profit organization based in Minneapolis, to acquire and improve property. The primary goal is to support the institute's efforts to serve the local community through educational and community development programs.

Key Provisions

  • Appropriates $5 million in state funding to the WE WIN Institute, Inc. for the acquisition and improvement of property in Minneapolis.
  • Specifies that the funding can be used for the purchase, renovation, or construction of facilities to house the institute's programs and services.
  • Requires the institute to provide a detailed plan for the use of the funds, including a timeline and budget, to the state legislature.
  • Mandates that the institute maintain the acquired property for a minimum of 10 years and use it exclusively for the purposes outlined in the funding proposal.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • The WE WIN Institute, Inc. will directly benefit from the $5 million in state funding, allowing them to expand their physical footprint and enhance their ability to serve the local community.
  • Residents of Minneapolis, particularly those in the neighborhoods served by the WE WIN Institute, may see increased access to educational resources, job training, and community development programs as a result of the institute's expanded facilities.
  • Taxpayers in Minnesota will contribute to the $5 million appropriation, which may have implications for the state's budget and priorities.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been introduced and referred to the Capital Investment committee for further consideration. If passed by the committee and the full legislature, the funding would be made available to the WE WIN Institute, Inc. to begin the process of acquiring and improving the necessary property. The institute would be required to provide regular updates and a final report on the use of the funds to the state legislature.

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

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