Minnesota Public Radio appropriation

This bill appropriates $2.35 million for each of fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the arts and cultural heritage fund to Minnesota Public Radio (MPR). It directs MPR to use these funds for creating original programming, live events, and arts education; partnering with artists and cultural creators; increasing representation of communities of color and Indigenous communities in its content; and preserving Minnesota's historical audio archives. The funding directly supports MPR's operations and programming efforts across the state. This is a straightforward funding allocation, not a policy change affecting broader legislation.