The bill proposes an appropriation of $1,000,000 from the arts and cultural heritage fund for the fiscal year 2026 to support the Stairstep Foundation in organizing African American cultural festivals and events. This funding is intended to cover various costs associated with these events, including infrastructure development, permits, sanitation, transportation, staffing, programming, public safety, and insurance.

This appropriation is a one-time allocation aimed at enhancing the cultural landscape and promoting African American heritage through community events. The bill emphasizes the importance of supporting diverse cultural expressions and aims to provide the necessary resources for successful festival execution.