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MN HF2977

MN HF2977
Oromo youth programs funding provided, and money appropriated.


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Introduced
04/01/2025
In Committee
04/01/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to arts and cultural heritage; appropriating money for Oromo youth programs.

AI Summary

This bill appropriates a total of $400,000 ($200,000 in fiscal year 2026 and another $200,000 in fiscal year 2027) from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund to provide funding for Oromo youth programs. Specifically, the money will be granted to HIRPHA International to support youth programs in the metropolitan area that focus on celebrating Oromo cultural heritage and arts. The bill aims to provide financial support for cultural programming that highlights and preserves the traditions and artistic expressions of the Oromo community, which is likely a significant ethnic group in the Minnesota metropolitan region. The funding will be administered by the commissioner of administration, who will oversee the distribution of the grant to HIRPHA International.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Legacy Finance (on 04/01/2025)

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