Minnesota funds operations at five public television stations

The state provides grants for public television stations' operations. The grants go to Pioneer PBS, Lakeland PBS, KSMQ, PBS North, and Prairie Public television. The law sets aside $1.825 million for fiscal year 2026 grants to five named public television stations. The appropriation is for fiscal year 2026; this section takes effect the day after final enactment.

Barber applicants must meet training and exam requirements to receive registration. These requirements apply to people seeking registration as Minnesota barbers, including people seeking to restore a lapsed registration. Applicants must be at least 17, complete 1,500 hours at a board-approved barber school, and pass a comprehensive exam. The exam includes a haircut, three other practical services chosen by the board, and a written test. People restoring registration after four or more years must first complete the board-approved home study course.

The cosmetology board may agree with applicants or licensees on corrective steps to resolve complaints. The process applies to complaints that a cosmetology applicant or licensee violated state law, board rules, or a board order. The agreement must be written and describe the facts and agreed steps. If the board finds the person completed the steps successfully, it must dismiss the complaint. The agreement is public and is not disciplinary action. The board may charge a fee for its costs, which must be included in the agreement; if the person does not complete the steps on time, the board may take other enforcement action.

A working group recommends how to establish a memorial state park within the Capitol Area. The group includes state officials, legislative members, the Minnesota Historical Society, and the mayor of St. Paul or their designees. The group must recommend who would manage the park and provide its programs, and suggest funding for the park and related programs. Members serve without pay, though legislative members may receive per diem and all members may be reimbursed for expenses. Appointments are due by July 15, 2026; the first meeting must occur by August 15, 2026. The group must report by February 1, 2027, and ends when it submits its report or on March 15, 2027, whichever is later.