HF3063 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

People in Action funding provided, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF3278

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate funding to support arts and cultural heritage initiatives specifically for Somali-based programs in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

  • The bill provides a total of $1.4 million over two years to the nonprofit organization People in Action. This means $700,000 will be distributed each fiscal year, 2026 and 2027.
  • These funds are intended for statewide programs that focus on arts education, mentorship, and community engagement related to Somali culture.
  • The Minnesota Humanities Center Board of Directors will manage the appropriations and grant them to People in Action.

Significant Changes

  • The bill establishes a dedicated funding stream from the arts and cultural heritage fund specifically for Somali-centered cultural programs, which may not have been previously stipulated or adequately funded in existing laws.

Relevant Terms

arts and cultural heritage, Somali-based programs, People in Action, arts education, community engagement, mentor programs, Minnesota Humanities Center.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
April 02, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toLegacy Finance

Progress through the legislative process

17%
In Committee