HF2970

Purpose of the Bill

The bill is intended to fund improvements to the Capitol campus in Minnesota, emphasizing enhancements to its aesthetics and functionality while honoring its historic significance.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $750,000 from the arts and cultural heritage fund for specific projects aimed at improving the Capitol campus.
• $400,000 is designated for planting trees along the upper and northern parts of the lower mall, specifically bordering Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
• $200,000 is dedicated to installing benches in the same areas to provide seating options for visitors.
• $150,000 is allocated for creating visual markers and welcome information to assist with wayfinding on the campus, highlighting the Capitol campus as both a historical landmark and a modern public gathering space.

Significant Changes

This appropriation introduces dedicated funding from the arts and cultural heritage fund for the specific purpose of enhancing public spaces and accessibility on the Capitol grounds, which supports both environmental beautification and the educational aspects of the campus.

Relevant Terms

• Arts and Cultural Heritage
• Capitol Campus Improvements
• Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard
• Wayfinding
• Historical Site
• Public Gathering Space