HF2727

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