HF 3073

as introduced - 94th Legislature (2025 - 2026) Posted on 04/02/2025 11:25am

A bill for an act
relating to arts and cultural heritage; appropriating money to Isuroon.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF MINNESOTA:

Section 1. new text begin APPROPRIATION; ISUROON.
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new text begin (a) $2,500,000 in fiscal year 2026 is appropriated from the arts and cultural heritage
fund to the commissioner of administration for a grant to Isuroon, a nonprofit organization
dedicated to empowering ethnic women through cultural preservation, social connection,
and mental wellness initiatives.
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new text begin (b) The money must be used to support arts, cultural heritage, and wellness programs
tailored specifically to ethnic women through:
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new text begin (1) annual arts and culture celebrations that uplift ethnic women's voices through music,
dance, storytelling, and visual arts;
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new text begin (2) public art installations and exhibitions showcasing the artistic contributions of ethnic
women in Minnesota;
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new text begin (3) culturally responsive workshops and educational programs designed to engage ethnic
women and girls in traditional and contemporary artistic practices;
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new text begin (4) programs that foster social connections and mental wellness by providing safe spaces
for ethnic women to express themselves through art, dance, and community gatherings;
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new text begin (5) healing-centered cultural activities that promote emotional well-being and resilience,
particularly for ethnic women facing isolation or trauma;
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new text begin (6) collaborations with female artists, cultural institutions, and community organizations
to elevate the role of ethnic women in Minnesota's artistic and cultural landscape; and
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new text begin (7) media and storytelling projects that document and amplify the experiences, heritage,
and evolving cultural identity of ethnic women.
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new text begin (c) This appropriation is available until June 30, 2027.
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