The bill appropriates a total of $2.5 million from the arts and cultural heritage fund for the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support a community festival grant program administered by the Minnesota Humanities Center. This funding is designated for grants to community-based organizations, cities, and counties to facilitate cultural festivals and events across Minnesota. The financial support can be utilized for various aspects of event management, including programming, staffing, outreach, transportation, facility rentals, and signage.

Additionally, the bill allocates up to $200,000 specifically for public safety expense reimbursement to county sheriff departments in relation to these festivals and events. The Minnesota Humanities Center is instructed to prioritize funding for several specific cultural celebrations, including the Somali Museum Annual Celebration, Twin Cities Jazz Fest, and others, ensuring that diverse cultural expressions are supported throughout the state.