Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF3196

Introduced
4/21/25  

Caption

African Youth Soccer League established, reports required, and money appropriated.

Impact

The establishment of the African Youth Soccer League is expected to significantly impact state laws concerning youth sports and community programming. By implementing a structured league, the bill aims to provide a supportive environment that facilitates access to recreational activities and focuses on the mental health of participants. The financial framework set by the bill appropriates $3.7 million each for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, directly asserting the state's commitment to improving youth services. The inclusion of programs for acquiring uniforms and other equipment further underscores the proactive steps being taken to ensure the success of the league and its players.

Summary

House File 3196 is a legislative proposal aimed at establishing an African Youth Soccer League in the state of Minnesota. The bill mandates the commissioner of children, youth, and families to set up this league to ensure access to necessary resources, facilities, and development programs specifically for young soccer players of African descent. It promotes local partnerships with schools, community centers, and professional soccer clubs to provide quality training and playing facilities for the participants. This initiative is intended to foster youth engagement in sports and enhance the development of talent in soccer.

Contention

While the bill presents a proactive approach to youth development through sports, it may face scrutiny regarding the allocation of state funds and the effectiveness of such programs in addressing broader concerns about youth welfare and integration. The potential contention may arise from differing opinions on funding priorities within the state budget, with some arguing that resources should also be diverted to other crucial areas of youth services beyond sports. Additionally, the success of the league will hinge upon effective collaboration with local entities and ongoing governmental support to ensure sustainability and achievement of its intended goals.

Companion Bills

MN SF2748

Similar To African Youth Soccer League establishment and appropriation

Previously Filed As

MN HF2008

Homeless youth cash stipend pilot project established, report required, and money appropriated.

MN HF912

Minnesota African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act established, child welfare provisions modified, African American Child Well-Being Advisory Council established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF2476

Child protection; economic supports; housing and homelessness; child care licensing; Department of Children, Youth, and Families provisions modified; reports required; and money appropriated.

MN HF1436

Programs to address health and human services workforce shortage expanded and established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF5317

Governor's budget bill for health and human services; health care, child welfare, child care licensing , Department of Health, and Department of Children, Youth, and Families provisions modified; health and human services law technical changes made; appropriations for forecasted programs adjusted; penalties imposed; and money appropriated.

MN HF5033

Child fatality and near fatality review process and a Supreme Court council on child protection established, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF2666

Minnesota basic income grant program established, report required, and money appropriated.

MN HF5267

Governor's budget bill for early childhood programs; child welfare and child care licensing provisions modified; technical changes to early childhood law made; Department of Children, Youth, and Families recodification updated; and money appropriated.

MN HF2910

Various child care, health, human services, and housing governing provisions modified; forecast adjustments made; technical and conforming changes made; funds allocated; grants established; reports required; and money transferred and appropriated.

MN HF2099

Task Force on Pregnancy Health and Substance Use Disorders established, reports required, and money appropriated.

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