Safe harbor shelter and housing for sexually exploited youths appropriation

This bill appropriates $11.125 million annually for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to Minnesota's commissioner of human services. The funds are specifically designated to support sexually exploited youth and youth at risk of sexual exploitation under Minnesota Statutes §256K.47. At least $9 million each year must be used for street outreach, emergency shelter, regional navigation services, and housing programs. The bill directly affects vulnerable youth by funding immediate safety and housing resources through existing state human services programs.