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Saint Paul and event organizers seek $5 million in state support for 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship
Summary
Senate File 1061 asks for a $5 million state grant to help host the 2026 World Junior Hockey Championship across Minnesota; proponents estimate a $75 million economic impact and said state funds would cover local labor, public safety and event operations.
Senate File 1061 would authorize a $5,000,000 grant to support costs associated with Minnesota hosting the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship, a multi‑venue international hockey tournament.
Saint Paul Mayor Melvin Carter, testifying as an honorary co‑chair, asked the committee to approve the grant and said the event could draw roughly 200,000–250,000 fans and generate an estimated $75 million in economic activity for the state. Carter and other testifiers said the request is a…
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