This bill appropriates funds for the Urban Debate League in Minnesota, specifically allocating $250,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $250,000 for fiscal year 2027. The funds will be sourced from the arts and cultural heritage fund and are designated for the Board of Directors of the Minnesota Humanities Center.
The purpose of this appropriation is to provide a grant to the Minnesota Urban Debate League, which aims to enhance professional development programming and broaden its services to reach more youth across various geographic areas. This initiative is intended to strengthen the impact of debate education and engagement among urban youth in Minnesota.