FilmNorth grant appropriation

SF 1151 appropriates $400,000 from the state's general fund for a grant to FilmNorth, a nonprofit organization focused on Minnesota's film industry. The grant will fund statewide plans, programs, and resources to support film industry growth through career-connected learning, workforce development, and business development. It specifically emphasizes improving access and support for people from marginalized and rural communities. The funding is allocated for the 2026 fiscal year.