The bill proposes a capital investment of $6,000,000 for improvements at the Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth. It appropriates funds from the bond proceeds fund to the commissioner of employment and economic development, who will grant the money to the city of Duluth for various capital projects. These projects include the predesign, design, construction, furnishing, and equipping of improvements aimed at preserving or replacing mechanical and electrical systems, utility infrastructure, and other renovations that support exhibit renewal and ongoing operations. Notably, this appropriation is exempt from certain requirements under Minnesota Statutes.

Additionally, the bill authorizes the commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue state bonds up to the amount of $6,000,000 to provide the necessary funding. The bond sale will be conducted in accordance with existing Minnesota statutes and constitutional provisions. The effective date of this section is set for the day following its final enactment.