The bill proposes an appropriation of $150,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the arts and cultural heritage fund to the Board of Directors of the Minnesota Humanities Center. This funding is designated for a grant to Art From the Inside, an initiative aimed at utilizing various forms of art—including visual art, poetry, literature, theater, dance, and music—to address the needs of incarcerated individuals and those on supervised release.

The primary goal of this initiative is to provide supportive, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services through the arts, ultimately fostering a safer environment within correctional facilities and the surrounding community. The bill emphasizes the importance of arts in rehabilitation and community safety, reflecting a commitment to improving the lives of those affected by the criminal justice system.