Neighborhood Development Center grant funding provided, and money appropriated.

This bill appropriates $1.2 million from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2027 to provide a grant to the Neighborhood Development Center. The funding will support the creation and launch of The Ruckus, a new facility designed to help small businesses and entrepreneurs grow from startup stage to substantial revenue growth. The money can be used to develop core programs, build entrepreneur cohorts, establish industry partnerships, and purchase necessary equipment for the facility. The grant includes specific programming for a technology and business accelerator, a beauty and wellness production program, and a retail readiness initiative, and the funds are available until June 30, 2028.