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HF2660 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Funding source modified, and soil and water conservation district aid appropriation increased.

Related bill: SF2663

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of the bill is to modify the funding source and increase financial support for soil and water conservation initiatives at the local government level in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

  • Funding Increase: The bill proposes an increase in the annual appropriation for soil and water conservation district aid from $12,000,000 to $20,000,000 starting in 2025.
  • Funding Source Modification: It shifts the funding source from the general fund to the general clean water fund for financial supports effective beginning in 2025.

Significant Changes

  • This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 477A.23 subdivision 6, changing both the amount and source of funding for soil and water conservation districts. Previously, $15,000,000 was allocated from the general fund, which will be updated to the new amount and source.

Relevant Terms

  • Soil and Water Conservation
  • Local Government Aids
  • General Fund
  • General Clean Water Fund
  • Appropriation
  • Minnesota Statutes Section 477A.23 Subdivision 6

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toLegacy Finance
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toLegacy Finance

Citations

 
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