Minnesota HF2833 honors John Francis Wheaton, the first African American elected to the Minnesota legislature, with a commemorative work on the State.

Minnesota HF2833 mandates the creation of a commemorative work honoring John Francis Wheaton, the first African American elected to the Minnesota legislature, on the State Capitol grounds. The bill requires the Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board to oversee the design and installation of this tribute, with a completion deadline by December 31, 2027. Additionally, the commissioner of education must develop educational materials about Wheaton's contributions to be integrated into Minnesota's history curricula.

Minnesota HF2833 honors John Francis Wheaton, the first African American elected to the Minnesota legislature, with a commemorative work on the State.

Minnesota HF2833 mandates the creation of a commemorative work honoring John Francis Wheaton, the first African American elected to the Minnesota legislature, on the State Capitol grounds. The bill requires the Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board to oversee the design and installation of this tribute, with a completion deadline by December 31, 2027. Additionally, the commissioner of education must develop educational materials about Wheaton's contributions to be integrated into Minnesota's history curricula.