Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide financial support for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games. It is focused on celebrating Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage during the event.

Main Provisions

• Appropriates $2,000,000 from the arts and cultural heritage fund for the fiscal year 2026.
• The grant will be given to the commissioner of administration specifically for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games.
• The funds will be used to promote the arts and cultural heritage throughout the Special Olympics events, which includes designing and constructing the Special Olympics Cauldron.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill introduces a new one-time appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund specifically for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, focusing on artistic and cultural expression during the events.

Relevant Terms

• Appropriation
• Arts and cultural heritage fund
• Special Olympics
• Grant
• Minnesota cultural heritage