Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of the bill is to allocate funds from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund specifically for supporting a nonprofit organization, Fishing with Vets. This organization focuses on organizing guided fishing trips for veterans in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes to appropriate $25,000 for fiscal year 2026 and an additional $25,000 for fiscal year 2027.
• The appropriated funds will be directed to the commissioner of administration, who will then provide the grant to Fishing with Vets.
• Fishing with Vets is recognized as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, indicating its status as a tax-exempt charitable entity.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill does not introduce significant changes to existing law but provides specific funding from the arts and cultural heritage fund for the stated purpose.

Relevant Terms

arts and cultural heritage fund, grant, Fishing with Vets, veterans, nonprofit organization, guided fishing trips, 501(c)(3)