268B.18 PUBLIC OUTREACH. Beginning in fiscal year 2026, the commissioner must use at least 0.5 percent of projected benefit payments under section 268B.17 for the purpose of outreach, education, and technical assistance for employees, employers, and self-employed individuals eligible to elect coverage under section 268B.11. The department may enter into interagency agreements with the Department of Labor and Industry and the Department of Commerce, including agreements to transfer funds, subject to the limit in section 268B.17, to accomplish the requirements of this section. At least one-half of the amount spent under this section must be used for grants to community-based groups. History: 2023 c 59 art 1 s 29 NOTE: This section, as added by Laws 2023, chapter 59, article 1, section 29, is effective January 1, 2026. Laws 2023, chapter 59, article 1, section 29, the effective date.
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