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HF 109

Propel Nonprofits grant funding provided, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Samakab Hussein and 1 co-sponsor

HF 109 would expand Propel Nonprofits grants by appropriating state funds to support Minnesota nonprofits’ capacity-building and program activities.

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Bill Summary · HF 109

Summary of HF 109 (2025-2026) – Minnesota

Title

Propel Nonprofits grant funding provided, and money appropriated.

Purpose and intent

HF 109 aims to provide grant funding through the Propel Nonprofits program and authorize the appropriation of state funds to support nonprofit organizations. The bill seeks to expand financial resources available to Minnesota-based nonprofits to support their missions, capacity-building, and program activities.

Key provisions and changes (as introduced)

  • Grant funding channel: Establishes or expands Propel Nonprofits grant funding to nonprofit organizations operating in Minnesota.
  • Appropriations: Allocates state funds to support Propel Nonprofits grants. The bill specifies the amount to be appropriated (the exact dollar figure would be detailed in the bill text; the summary notes an intent to provide funding but does not include a specific appropriation total here).
  • Program scope and eligibility (design details to be clarified in the bill): Likely outlines who is eligible for Propel Nonprofits grants (e.g., 501(c)(3) organizations or specified types of nonprofits) and the types of activities funded (capacity building, program expansion, collaboration, and/or innovation), including any geographic or sector limitations.
  • Grant administration: Provisions related to administration, application processes, review criteria, funding cycles, reporting requirements, and accountability measures for grantees and the program administrator.
  • Monitoring and evaluation: Possible requirements for measuring outcomes, performance reporting, and compliance with grant terms.
  • Other administrative provisions: May include definitions, timelines, and relationship to other state programs or funds.

Who would be affected

  • Nonprofit organizations in Minnesota seeking capacity-building and programmatic support through Propel Nonprofits grants.
  • Propel Nonprofits program administrator or designated state agency responsible for administering the grants, distributing funds, and monitoring performance.
  • State agencies and departments connected to the program through funding administration and reporting obligations.
  • Potential applicants and partners (e.g., coalitions or networks) collaborating with nonprofits to achieve funded objectives.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced and referred: February 10, 2025, to the committee on Workforce, Labor, and Economic Development Finance and Policy.
  • Next steps: The bill would proceed through committee hearings, possible amendments, and eventual floor votes in the Minnesota legislature. The exact timeline depends on committee actions and legislative scheduling.
  • Sponsors: Primary sponsor and co-sponsors include Rep. Samakab Hussein and Rep. María Isa Pérez-Vega (co-sponsors listed).

Notes and considerations

  • The description here reflects the bill’s title and introductory action; specific language, including the exact appropriation amount, eligibility criteria, match requirements (if any), grant limits, and reporting metrics, will be in the issued bill text. For a precise understanding, review the bill as filed and any subsequent amendments.
  • As introduced, HF 109 signaling expansion of support for nonprofits via Propel Nonprofits aligns with statewide efforts to bolster capacity, collaboration, and impact of civil society organizations.

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

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