The bill proposes an appropriation of $12,500,000 from the general fund for the Children's Museum of Southern Minnesota, located in Mankato. This funding is designated for various capital improvements, including the predesign, design, construction, renovation, furnishing, and equipping of the museum. Specific projects funded by this appropriation include a new building expansion, renovation of existing exhibit spaces, and the creation of an outdoor nature play area. The funds will be available until the project is either completed or abandoned, in accordance with Minnesota Statutes, section 16A.642.

Additionally, the bill establishes that this appropriation is a one-time allocation and will take effect the day after it is enacted.