Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide funding for arts and cultural heritage initiatives in Minnesota by supporting a nonprofit organization called People in Action. The focus is on expanding Somali-based arts and cultural programs.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill allocates $700,000 for the fiscal year 2026 and another $700,000 for the fiscal year 2027. This funding is designated from the arts and cultural heritage fund.

• Recipient: The recipient of the funds is the Minnesota Humanities Center, which will grant the funds to People in Action, a nonprofit organization.

• Program Focus: The funds are to be used to support various programs including:

  • Arts education workshops
  • Mentor programs
  • Community presentations
  • Engagement events

• Geographic Reach: The programs supported by these funds are intended to be conducted across the state of Minnesota.

Relevant Terms

• Appropriation
• Arts and cultural heritage fund
• Nonprofit organization
• Somali-based programs
• Minnesota Humanities Center
• Arts education
• Community engagement