Hennepin County Sheriff's Office child care pilot program appropriation to assist with retention of law enforcement and first responders

This bill appropriates $1 million from the workforce development fund to create a child care pilot program for Hennepin County Sheriff's Office employees and other first responders. It funds a partnership with WomenVenture to recruit child care providers who can accommodate irregular shifts, covering startup costs, training subsidies, and family scholarships. The program aims to improve recruitment and retention by addressing child care challenges specific to law enforcement schedules. A report on the program's implementation and recommendations must be submitted to legislators by December 2027.