Civic education grants funding provided, and money appropriated.

HF 2246 allocates $300,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $300,000 for fiscal year 2027 to the YMCA Center for Youth Voice to fund civic education programs for Minnesotans under 18. The bill requires these programs to teach constitutional principles, democratic foundations, and government structures, while also providing teacher professional development and educational resources. Unspent funds from 2026 may carry over to 2027. This legislation directly affects youth participants, teachers, and the YMCA Center for Youth Voice through dedicated funding for civic education.