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SF 961

Minnesota Latino Museum bond issue and appropriation

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Alice Mann and 2 co-sponsors

Summary of SF 961: Minnesota Latino Museum Bond Issue and Appropriation OverviewSF 961 is a bill that would authorize the sale of state general obligation bonds to fund the constru

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Bill Summary · SF 961

Summary of SF 961: Minnesota Latino Museum Bond Issue and Appropriation

Overview

SF 961 is a bill that would authorize the sale of state general obligation bonds to fund the construction of a new Minnesota Latino Museum in the state's capital city of Saint Paul. The bill also appropriates funds from the bond proceeds for the design, construction, and equipping of the museum facility.

Key Provisions

  • Authorizes the sale of $40 million in state general obligation bonds for the Minnesota Latino Museum project
  • Appropriates the bond proceeds for the following purposes:
    • $35 million for the design, construction, and equipping of the museum building
    • $5 million for improvements to the museum site and surrounding public infrastructure
  • Specifies that the Minnesota Historical Society will be responsible for operating and managing the new museum facility

Impact

  • The construction of the Minnesota Latino Museum would establish a permanent cultural institution to showcase the history, art, and contributions of Minnesota's Latino/Hispanic communities.
  • The museum is expected to attract thousands of visitors annually, boosting cultural tourism and economic activity in the Saint Paul area.
  • The project would also create construction jobs in the short-term and permanent museum staff positions once the facility is operational.
  • Supporters argue the museum will help promote diversity, inclusion, and greater understanding of Minnesota's Latino heritage.

Timeline and Process

  • The bill was introduced in the Minnesota Senate on February 3, 2025 and has been referred to the Capital Investment committee for further consideration.
  • A companion bill, HF 208, has also been introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives.
  • If approved by the legislature and signed into law, the bonds would be issued and the museum construction project could begin as soon as funding is secured.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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