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HF 3081

Sankofa Empowerment Center establishment funding provided, report required, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cedrick Frazier

Creates the Sankofa Empowerment Center funded by state appropriations to provide targeted programs and services with reporting and oversight.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Human Services Finance and Policy
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Bill Summary · HF 3081

Summary of HF 3081 (2025-2026) – Minnesota

Purpose and Intent

HF 3081 would establish a Sankofa Empowerment Center and make related funding, reporting, and appropriation provisions. The bill aims to create a dedicated center intended to support empowerment, services, and resources for a targeted community, with state funding and accountability measures.

Key Provisions and Changes

  • Establishment of Sankofa Empowerment Center

    • Creates a new Center (referred to as the Sankofa Empowerment Center) to deliver programs, services, and interventions designed to empower participants, likely focusing on education, workforce development, housing stability, or social support (the bill text would specify exact program areas; the summary reflects the center’s intended purpose).

  • Funding and Appropriations

    • Provides funding necessary to establish and operate the Center. This includes a specific appropriation amount (the bill text would detail the dollar figure and any multi-year funding structure, including any ongoing appropriation vs. one-time funding).
    • May outline allowed uses of funds, cost-sharing requirements, and potential funding streams (state general fund, special funds, or grants).

  • Reporting Requirements

    • Requires periodic reporting on Center operations, outcomes, and financial usage. Reporting likely includes performance metrics, participant outcomes, expenditures, and compliance with program goals.
    • Reports may be submitted to a specified legislative committee (e.g., Human Services Finance and Policy) or a state agency, with defined timelines (e.g., annually or semi-annually).

  • Program Services and Eligibility (as specified in bill)

    • The Center would offer specific programs or services (e.g., educational supports, job training, wraparound services, mentorship, or community-based partnerships).
    • Eligibility criteria for participants, enrollment processes, and any priority populations would be defined in the bill.

  • Administrative Structure

    • Establishes governance or administrative oversight, potentially including a supervising agency, partnerships with local providers, and reporting lines.
    • May designate responsibilities to a state department (likely the Department of Human Services or a related agency) and/or to a governing board or advisory council.

  • Coordination and Compliance

    • Provisions to coordinate with existing state programs and avoid duplication.
    • Compliance requirements, audits, and oversight mechanisms to ensure proper use of funds.

Who Would Be Affected

  • Directly Affected

    • The Sankofa Empowerment Center (established entity) and its staff.
    • Participants receiving Center services and supports.
    • State agencies administering the funding and reporting requirements.

  • Indirectly Affected

    • Other state-funded programs that align with empowerment or community-based services (potential opportunities for coordination or integration).
    • Local service providers or partners collaborating with the Center.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introductory Action
    • Introduced and placed on the calendar for first reading on April 3, 2025.
    • Referred to the House committee: Human Services Finance and Policy.
  • Next Steps (typical flow)
    • Committee hearings to consider provisions, amend as needed, and vote.
    • If advanced, the bill would move to the appropriations or policy committees and potentially to the full House for debate and vote.
    • After House action, steps would follow the Senate counterpart process (not described here) and potential conference committee if differences arise.
  • Effective Date
    • The bill would specify when the Center is authorized to operate and when appropriations become available (often the fiscal year or a defined start date).

Notes

  • The sponsor listed is Cedrick Frazier (co-sponsor), indicating bipartisan or cross-collaboration potential (depending on committee discussions and support).
  • Specific dollar amounts, programmatic details, eligibility criteria, and reporting formats would be defined in the enacted bill or its official fiscal note. Reading the full text will provide precise figures and timelines.

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

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