HF2801

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide financial relief to the city of Alpha, Minnesota, by forgiving an aid penalty imposed for the year 2023. This is intended to assist the city in receiving financial support that was previously withheld.

Main Provisions

• The bill stipulates that the city of Alpha will receive its local government aid for 2023, which was originally withheld.
• The payment of $18,472 is to be made to the city by June 30, 2025, contingent upon the city submitting its 2022 annual financial reporting form to the state auditor by June 1, 2025.
• A one-time appropriation from the general fund will cover the aid payment.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• Overrides the existing Minnesota Statute 477A.017, subdivision 3, which would typically enforce penalties and withholding of aid under specific conditions.
• Provides an exception for the city of Alpha for the 2023 calendar year, contingent upon compliance with a specific reporting deadline.

Relevant Terms

• Local government aid
• Aid penalty forgiveness
• Alpha, Minnesota
• Appropriation
• State auditor
• Commissioner of Revenue