HF2727
St. Louis County shoreline stabilization funding provided, and money appropriated.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF2841
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill aims to allocate funds to stabilize a specific shoreline in St. Louis County, Minnesota. The goal is to prevent erosion and maintain the integrity of the land near the Scandia Cemetery.
Main Provisions
- Funding Allocation: The bill proposes an appropriation of $2,300,000 for the fiscal year 2026.
- Use of Funds: The allocated money is designated to be used by the Board of Water and Soil Resources. It will provide a grant to St. Louis County specifically for the purpose of constructing a retaining wall and an access road near the Scandia Cemetery.
- Project Scope: The construction of the retaining wall is intended to stabilize the shoreline, thereby protecting the cemetery from erosion damage.
Significant Changes
- The bill would introduce state funding for a local infrastructure project aimed at environmental preservation and land stability.
- By allocating funds specifically for shoreline stabilization, the bill could set a precedent for future state involvement in similar local environmental projects.
Relevant Terms
shoreline stabilization, erosion control, retaining wall, Scandia Cemetery, infrastructure funding, environmental preservation
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy |
Bill information comes from public records published by the Office of the Revisor of Statutes, the Minnesota House and the Minnesota Senate. AI summaries are written by MinneSlate and are not official. MinneSlate is independent and is not affiliated with the State of Minnesota or the Minnesota Legislature.
Progress through the legislative process
In Committee