Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to allocate specific funds to support arts and cultural heritage initiatives focused on the African Minnesotan community through African Career Education and Resource Inc.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill proposes appropriating $250,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $250,000 for fiscal year 2027.
• Intended Use of Funds: The allocated money will be used for grants to African Career Education and Resource Inc. These funds will support:
  • Programming, public education classes, events, and forums.
  • Community outreach and engagement activities.
  • Cultural events and classes to educate the public on the historical, cultural, and folk arts heritage of African Minnesotans.

Significant Changes

• This bill involves the appropriation of funds from the arts and cultural heritage fund, specifically designated for initiatives aimed at celebrating and educating about the heritage of African Minnesotans. It seeks to ensure sustained support for cultural activities over two fiscal years.

Relevant Terms

• Appropriation
• African Career Education and Resource Inc.
• Arts and cultural heritage fund
• Public education classes
• Community outreach
• Cultural events