Fairmont Opera House funding provided, and money appropriated.

HF 1717 appropriates $5.5 million from Minnesota's arts and cultural heritage fund to the Minnesota Historical Society for repairs to the Fairmont Opera House in Fairmont, Minnesota. The funds are specifically designated for architectural and structural repairs to maintain the historic building as an ongoing arts and cultural center. This bill directly affects the Fairmont Opera House and its continued operation as a community cultural venue. The appropriation is for fiscal year 2026, with no additional policy changes beyond the funding allocation.