The bill proposes an appropriation of $200,000 from the arts and cultural heritage fund for the fiscal year 2025 to support The Black Gate, an arts organization based in St. Paul, Minnesota. The funding is intended to facilitate connections between communities and artists of color through various community art initiatives and artistic performances.

This financial support aims to enhance cultural engagement and promote diversity in the arts, ensuring that underrepresented voices are amplified within the community. The bill underscores the importance of fostering artistic expression and cultural heritage as a means of enriching the local community.