HF1332 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Forests and forestry capital projects funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF1833
AI Generated Summary
This bill, H.F. No. 1332, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives, pertains to capital investment in forests and forestry projects. It appropriates $18 million from bond proceeds to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for reforestation efforts on state forest lands. The funds will be used for purchasing native seeds and seedlings, planting, site preparation, and protection. Of the total amount, $8 million is designated for forest stand improvement, management, and treatment of emerald ash borer and spruce budworm infestations.
Additionally, the bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to $18 million to fund these forestry initiatives, as per Minnesota statutes and constitutional provisions governing state bond sales.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Capital Investment |
| February 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 31, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Clarification on funding usage for state forest lands."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This section addresses reforestation requirements, ensuring the appropriations meet statutory obligations.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "89.002"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Additional funding for dealing with specific pest management, such as emerald ash borer."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This statute section relates to the regulation and maintenance of forests in Minnesota.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "88.01"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Inclusion of funds for improved forest management practices."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This statute section involves forest management practices and calculations on state lands.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "88.06"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Authorization to issue bonds under specified terms."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "These sections govern the conditions under which the state may issue bonds.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "16A.631 to 16A.675"
}
]