This bill proposes an appropriation of funds for a winter festival on Lake Phalen in St. Paul, Minnesota. Specifically, it allocates an amount from the arts and cultural heritage fund for the fiscal year 2026 to the commissioner of administration, who will grant these funds to the city of St. Paul. The festival is intended to feature one or more ice castles that are designed to fit the local area and will provide community members with opportunities to carve and showcase their own ice sculptures.

The bill emphasizes the importance of community involvement in the festival, aiming to enhance local cultural heritage through artistic expression. By supporting such events, the legislation seeks to promote tourism and community engagement in the arts, thereby enriching the cultural landscape of the region.