Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of the bill is to allocate funds for cultural exchange programs in Minnesota, specifically focusing on fostering relationships between diverse communities within the state and their sister cities in Southeast Asia.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill appropriates money from the arts and cultural heritage fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
• Grant Allocation: Funds will be granted to the city of St. Paul.
• Cultural Exchange Events: The city of St. Paul will use the grant to plan and host events that celebrate the relationship between Minnesota's diverse communities and their sister cities in Southeast Asia.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill introduces new funding specifically earmarked for cultural exchanges between diverse Minnesota communities and their sister cities in Southeast Asia, emphasizing cultural ties and heritage.

Relevant Terms

cultural exchange, diverse communities, arts and cultural heritage fund, St. Paul, Southeast Asia, sister cities, grant, appropriation