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Chairs of Minnesota House Saint Paul Delegation statement on Historic Infrastructure and Jobs Investment in Capital City

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Saint Paul, MN- Today, the Minnesota Legislature passed a historic infrastructure and jobs bill that includes several provisions investing in the capital city.  

Rep. María Isa Pérez-Vega (DFL-Saint Paul), Chair of the House Saint Paul Delegation, and Rep. Samakab Hussein (DFL-Saint Paul), the delegation’s Vice Chair, released the following statement:   

“The passage of this critical bonding bill is a testament to the ongoing commitment and advocacy of our House Saint Paul Delegation. Our communities deserve this investment in our infrastructure and cultural cornerstones. Saint Paul is the heartbeat of the state, and our capital city must have the essential investment needed for long-term vitality initiatives, maintain our residents' ability to move around and remain welcoming to visitors from around the world. We are ensuring Saint Paul remains a premier destination for all communities and thrives for generations to come.” 

Provisions included:  

  • City of Saint Paul - Como Zoo and Conservatory - Big Cat Habitat  
  • City of Saint Paul - Roy Wilkins Auditorium Renovations  
  • City of Saint Paul - The Arena at Rivercenter Complex 
  • City of Saint Paul - CHS Predesign  
  • City of Saint Paul- Latino Museum  
  • City of Saint Paul Port Authority - Capitol Area Economic Development Grants  
  • Saint Paul Port Authority - The Heights Redevelopment Site 
  • City of West St. Paul - 150 Thompson Park 
  • Saint Paul Regional Water Services – Fridley 
  • City of Saint Paul - West 7th Street Improvement Project Utilities 

The combined spreadsheet of funded projects in the Capital Investment bills can be found here

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