The bill appropriates funds for regional library systems in Minnesota, specifically allocating $2,750,000 each year to the commissioner of education for grants aimed at enhancing educational opportunities in the arts, history, literary arts, and cultural heritage. The funding is intended to promote the work of Minnesota authors, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, and will be distributed according to established formulas in Minnesota Statutes. Additionally, the bill modifies the timeline for the availability of appropriations, extending the encumbrance period from June 30, 2026, to June 30, 2027.

Furthermore, the bill includes a provision for a water safety grant program, appropriating $250,000 in the first year to support swimming lessons for youth through nonprofit organizations and local parks and recreation programs. The funds can be used for scholarships for low-income and at-risk children, as well as for hiring or training water safety instructors. The bill also establishes an effective date for the new provisions, which will take effect the day following final enactment. Additionally, it appropriates $3,000,000 for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for the same educational purposes as outlined earlier, with a similar distribution and encumbrance structure.