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HF2536 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Shooting Star state trail segment funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF2864

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to allocate funds for the design and construction of a segment of the Shooting Star State Trail to facilitate pedestrian and bicycle use. It also authorizes the issuance of state bonds to finance this project.

Main Provisions

  • Funding Appropriation: The bill provides $1,440,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the Commissioner of Natural Resources. This funding is designated for the predesign, design, and construction of a four-mile paved trail segment.
  • Trail Segment Details: The new trail segment will connect from the city of Taopi southwards to the Iowa state line, enhancing accessibility for both walking and cycling activities.

Bond Sale Authorization

  • Issuance of Bonds: To cover the appropriated funds, the Commissioner of Management and Budget is authorized to sell and issue up to $1,440,000 in state bonds.
  • Legal Framework: The bond sale and issuance will be conducted in accordance with Minnesota Statutes sections 16A.631 to 16A.675 and the relevant sections of the Minnesota Constitution.

Relevant Terms

  • Shooting Star State Trail
  • Bond proceeds fund
  • Pedestrian and bicycle use
  • Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
  • State bonds

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 19, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toCapital Investment

Citations

 
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        "Includes the construction of a four mile paved trail segment."
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      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Appropriates money for the Shooting Star state trail under Minnesota Statutes section 85.015.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "85.015"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Authorized bond sale for trail funding."
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      "summary": "The commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue bonds under sections 16A.631 to 16A.675.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "16A.631 to 16A.675"
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]

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