Minnesota HF1997 appropriates $25,000 annually to Fishing with Vets for guided fishing trips for veterans and requires annual reporting.

Minnesota HF1997 allocates $25,000 each year in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to the commissioner of veterans affairs for a grant to Fishing with Vets. This 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization will use the funds to organize guided fishing trips for veterans across Minnesota. The commissioner must report annually by January 15 to the chairs and ranking minority members of the legislative committees with jurisdiction over veterans, detailing the use of grant money, including administrative costs.

Minnesota HF1997 appropriates $25,000 annually to Fishing with Vets for guided fishing trips for veterans and requires annual reporting.

Minnesota HF1997 allocates $25,000 each year in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to the commissioner of veterans affairs for a grant to Fishing with Vets. This 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization will use the funds to organize guided fishing trips for veterans across Minnesota. The commissioner must report annually by January 15 to the chairs and ranking minority members of the legislative committees with jurisdiction over veterans, detailing the use of grant money, including administrative costs.