HF1815 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Metropolitan regional parks and trails funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF2130
AI Generated Summary
This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1815) proposes an appropriation of $20 million from bond proceeds to the Metropolitan Council for improvements, betterments, and land acquisitions related to metropolitan regional parks and trails. The funds must be used in accordance with the Council's policy plan and cannot be used to purchase easements. To fund this appropriation, the commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds up to $20 million, following the terms outlined in Minnesota statutes and the state constitution.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 02, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Capital Investment |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Increased appropriation for regional parks and trails."
],
"removed": [
"No funds allowed for purchasing easements."
],
"summary": "This bill appropriates funds for improvements and acquisitions of regional recreational open-space lands as provided in section 473.147.",
"modified": [
"Strengthened adherence to council policy plan."
]
},
"citation": "473.147"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Authorization for bond sales to fund park improvements."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill outlines the sale and issuance of bonds as prescribed by sections 16A.631 to 16A.675.",
"modified": [
"Bond terms aligned with constitutional requirements."
]
},
"citation": "16A.631 to 16A.675"
}
]