This bill appropriates funds from the arts and cultural heritage fund to the Indian Affairs Council for various programs aimed at supporting Native American culture, arts, and history. Specifically, it allocates $2.5 million for competitive grants for culture and arts programs in both fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Additionally, it designates $850,000 each year for grants to Minnesota Tribal Nations to preserve the Dakota and Ojibwe languages and to foster educational programs related to these languages. Further funding includes $650,000 for language-immersion educational institutions, $600,000 for educational support and services dedicated to language preservation, and $50,000 for a working group focused on Dakota and Ojibwe languages.

Moreover, the bill includes $150,000 each year to ensure the Indian Affairs Council meets its responsibilities under the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. These appropriations reflect a commitment to preserving and promoting Native American heritage and languages in Minnesota, providing essential resources for cultural education and language revitalization efforts.