Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate financial resources from Minnesota's environment and natural resources trust fund to support community projects through grants. These funds are aimed at fostering initiatives related to environmental sustainability and natural resource management.

Main Provisions

• Appropriation of Funds: The bill appropriates $28,180,000 from the environment and natural resources trust fund for the fiscal year 2026.

• Grant Distribution: The allocated funds will be used by the commissioner of natural resources to provide grants under the environment and natural resources trust fund community grant program.

• Funding Timeline: This allocation is a onetime appropriation that will be available for disbursement until June 30, 2028.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Introduction of Funds: This bill introduces a specific appropriation aimed at supporting community-focused projects which aligns with section 116X.03 of Minnesota Statutes. It signifies a targeted investment in community programs but does not introduce any amendments to existing statutes.

Relevant Terms

environment and natural resources trust fund, appropriation, grants, commissioner of natural resources, community grant program, fiscal year 2026, Minnesota Statutes section 116X.03.