Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate funds specifically for community cable television programming in Minnesota. This initiative is aimed at enhancing arts and cultural heritage by supporting community and civic engagement through local television channels.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes an appropriation of funds for the fiscal year 2026.
• The funds are designated to come from the arts and cultural heritage fund.
• These funds will be allocated by the commissioner of administration.
• A grant will be given to the Minnesota Association of Community Telecommunications Administrators.
• The grant is intended for distribution to Minnesota's public educational or governmental cable television channels.
• The aim of the funding is to provide content that fosters community and civic engagement.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• This bill introduces a new appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund specifically targeting community cable television, which may not have been explicitly included in prior appropriations.

Relevant Terms

community cable television, arts and cultural heritage, fiscal year 2026, Minnesota Association of Community Telecommunications Administrators, public educational channels, governmental cable television channels, community engagement, civic engagement.