The bill appropriates a total of $500,000 from the arts and cultural heritage fund to the Board of Directors of the Minnesota Humanities Center for the benefit of African Career Education and Resource, Inc. Specifically, it allocates $250,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $250,000 for fiscal year 2027. The funding is intended to support various initiatives, including public education classes, events, forums, community outreach, and cultural events that aim to educate the public about the historical, cultural, and folk arts heritage of African Minnesotans.

This legislative action underscores the commitment to enhancing cultural awareness and education within the community, particularly focusing on the contributions and heritage of African Minnesotans. By providing these funds, the bill seeks to foster greater engagement and understanding of African cultural arts and history through targeted programming and outreach efforts.