HF 1214

as introduced - 93rd Legislature (2023 - 2024) Posted on 02/06/2023 07:06pm

A bill for an act
relating to housing; appropriating money for a grant to Community Stabilization
Project for services to renters and property owners in low-income and
underrepresented communities.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

Section 1. new text begin APPROPRIATION; COMMUNITY STABILIZATION PROJECT.
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new text begin $445,000 in fiscal year 2023 is appropriated from the general fund to the commissioner
of the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency for a grant to the Community Stabilization
Project. Of this amount:
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new text begin (1) $200,000 is to continue the Community Stabilization Project's work of delivering
holistic person-centered services and curriculum to renters and property owners in order to
preserve deeply affordable rental units in underrepresented communities. This amount is
available until expended. $100,000 is added to the base in fiscal year 2024 and $0 in fiscal
year 2025 for this purpose;
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new text begin (2) $120,000 is to expand the creation of entry-level employment opportunities for
renters to fill gaps in income and provide stabilization. $120,000 is added to the base in
fiscal year 2024 and $0 in fiscal year 2025 for this purpose; and
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new text begin (3) $125,000 is to construct a locker space to secure verification documents needed to
secure shelter, housing, and identification for those experiencing homelessness. This amount
is available until expended.
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new text begin EFFECTIVE DATE. new text end

new text begin This section is effective the day following final enactment.
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