The bill establishes a new grant program aimed at enhancing accessibility for arts and cultural facilities in Minnesota. The program, known as the Accessibility for Arts and Cultural Economy Capital Grants, will be administered by the commissioner of employment and economic development. It will provide funding to intermediary organizations, such as community development financial institutions and regional development agencies, which will then distribute grants to eligible arts or cultural facilities. These grants are intended to support necessary renovations to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and to fund capital projects at these facilities. Eligible grantees must meet specific criteria, including being a nonprofit organization, having a certain revenue structure, and not exceeding a specified number of employees.

Additionally, the bill appropriates $50 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to support this grant program, with a small portion allocated for program administration. The intermediary organizations are required to submit reports to the legislature detailing the use of funds and the outcomes of the grants, with an initial report due by January 15, 2026, and a final report upon full expenditure of the appropriated funds. This initiative aims to improve accessibility in the arts and cultural sector, ensuring that facilities can better serve diverse communities across Minnesota.