Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to allocate funds to create a public mural and statue that honor Tou Ger Xiong, a notable figure, at a specific location in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes an appropriation of $300,000 for the fiscal year 2026.
• The funds will be provided from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
• These funds will be granted to the commissioner of administration, who will oversee the project for the city of St. Paul.
• The goal is to design and build a mural and statue on Tou Ger Xiong Island, which is situated at Lake Phalen in St. Paul.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a new initiative to allocate specific funds for the purpose of public art commemorating a significant local individual, Tou Ger Xiong.

Relevant Terms

funding, appropriation, mural, statue, public art, Tou Ger Xiong, St. Paul, Lake Phalen, arts and cultural heritage fund