Disabilities; funding provided to assist individuals with disabilities with employment, report required, and money appropriated.

HF 2036 provides $450,000 for each of fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to fund employment services for people with disabilities through Minnesota Diversified Industries (MDI), and $250,000 for career skills programming in 2026. The bill funds inclusive job opportunities, virtual and in-person career classes using virtual reality tools, and employer outreach for individuals with disabilities. MDI must report by January 15, 2028, on program participation, demographics, service hours, and recommendations. This one-time funding directly supports people with disabilities seeking employment and MDI’s service delivery model.