Two Harbors; Funding provided for construction mitigation grants to businesses affected by construction on marked Trunk Highway 61, and money appropriated.

This bill authorizes funding to help businesses in Two Harbors cope with disruptions caused by road construction on Trunk Highway 61. It directs the Department of Employment and Economic Development to create a grant program for local companies that face issues like reduced access, parking problems, or visibility loss due to the project. To qualify, a business must be located in the 55616 zip code, have 100 or fewer employees, and demonstrate specific negative impacts from the construction work. The grants can cover payroll and operating costs but cannot be used for bonuses, new equipment, or expanding facilities. Additionally, the bill requires the department to submit a detailed report on all awarded grants to state legislators by January 15, 2029.