Grant funding provided to plan and develop an African-American-focused Homeplace model, and money appropriated.

HF 1777 appropriates $1 million from Minnesota's general fund to the Department of Health for a grant to the Birth Justice Collaborative. The funding supports planning and developing an African-American-focused "Homeplace" model in Hennepin County, aiming to improve maternal and child health outcomes through culturally centered care during pregnancy and postpartum. The grant requires the Birth Justice Collaborative to report on implementation and results by December 15, 2026, including recommendations for future expansion. This initiative directly affects African-American mothers and infants in Hennepin County by expanding access to specialized care. The appropriation is available until June 30, 2028.