This bill amends existing legislation to appropriate funds for public educational radio stations in Minnesota. It specifies that $1,382,000 will be allocated in both fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for community service grants to these stations, which can be used to disseminate emergency information in foreign languages. Additionally, the bill includes an appropriation of $142,000 for equipment grants to public educational radio stations for the repair, rental, purchase, and upgrades of equipment and software, including items under $500. The Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations is permitted to use up to four percent of these appropriations for administrative costs.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the existing appropriation for a grant to the Association of Minnesota Public Educational Radio Stations to provide a diverse community radio news service, extending the availability of this one-time appropriation until June 30, 2028. The bill also emphasizes that any unencumbered balances from the first year for grants to public television or public radio stations will carry over into the second year, ensuring continued funding for these essential services.