Justice Department Announces Completion of Compliance Review After Minnesota Repeals Grant Program Based on Unlawful DEI Criteria

The Minnesota Department of Health voluntarily ended its Capacity Strengthening Initiative grant program after a compliance review by the Justice Department. The program was found to discriminate based on race, color, and national origin, violating Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. The review is now closed following the program's repeal.

• •Minnesota Department of Health ended its grant program.
• •The program discriminated based on race and national origin.
• •The Justice Department's review is now closed.
• •This action promotes fair distribution of federal funds.

This enforcement action affects how federal funds are allocated in Minnesota, promoting compliance with civil rights laws.