Minnesota HF1577 appropriates $400,000 for a statewide education campaign to inform employers about the benefits of second-chance hiring.

Minnesota HF1577 allocates $200,000 each in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to the commissioner of employment. This funding is intended for a statewide education campaign aimed at informing employers about the advantages of second-chance hiring. The campaign will include an informational website and a hotline service. It will highlight incentives available under state and federal law for employing individuals with a conviction record. This is a onetime appropriation.

Minnesota HF1577 appropriates $400,000 for a statewide education campaign to inform employers about the benefits of second-chance hiring.

Minnesota HF1577 allocates $200,000 each in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the workforce development fund to the commissioner of employment. This funding is intended for a statewide education campaign aimed at informing employers about the advantages of second-chance hiring. The campaign will include an informational website and a hotline service. It will highlight incentives available under state and federal law for employing individuals with a conviction record. This is a onetime appropriation.