Strengthen Minnesota homes program modification

This bill modifies Minnesota's Strengthen Minnesota Homes program to better support homeowners in improving their properties against weather damage. It allows grant funds to be used alongside repairs from wind or hail damage, requires projects to be completed within six months, and mandates that certified properties receive insurance premium discounts or rate reductions. The legislation also establishes eligibility criteria that prioritize homeowners with household incomes at or below 115 percent of the area median income. Additionally, it appropriates $35 million in fiscal year 2026 to fund grants and administer the program.