Minnesota SF3160 commemorates John Francis Wheaton, the first African American legislator in Minnesota, with a tribute on the Capitol grounds and.

Minnesota SF3160 requires a commemorative work honoring John Francis Wheaton, the first African American legislator in Minnesota, on the State Capitol grounds. The Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board must complete the design and site selection by December 31, 2026, and installation by December 31, 2027. The bill mandates the development of educational materials about Wheaton's contributions to be incorporated into Minnesota history curricula. It also establishes an annual "J. Frank Wheaton Legacy Day" to promote civic engagement, particularly among young people.

Minnesota SF3160 commemorates John Francis Wheaton, the first African American legislator in Minnesota, with a tribute on the Capitol grounds and.

Minnesota SF3160 requires a commemorative work honoring John Francis Wheaton, the first African American legislator in Minnesota, on the State Capitol grounds. The Capitol Area Architectural and Planning Board must complete the design and site selection by December 31, 2026, and installation by December 31, 2027. The bill mandates the development of educational materials about Wheaton's contributions to be incorporated into Minnesota history curricula. It also establishes an annual "J. Frank Wheaton Legacy Day" to promote civic engagement, particularly among young people.