HF2750

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate financial resources for the construction of a new National Loon Center in the city of Crosslake, Minnesota. It aims to support educational and exhibition initiatives related to loons, an iconic bird in the state.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill allocates $6,500,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the commissioner of natural resources. This money is designated as a grant to the city of Crosslake for the project's development.

• Project Description: The funds will be used to build, furnish, and equip a new building. The project also includes the development of adjacent outdoor public spaces and surface parking areas.

• Educational and Public Use: The new National Loon Center will provide facilities for visitor education and exhibits, enhancing public awareness and education about loons and their habitat.

Significant Changes

• Bond Issuance Authorization: The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to generate the appropriated funds. This involves following specific Minnesota statutes and constitutional provisions related to state bonding.

Relevant Terms

National Loon Center, Crosslake, capital investment, bond proceeds fund, state bonds, visitor education, exhibit facilities, outdoor public space, natural resources.