HF3015 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Permit applications required to be submitted to affected Tribes.
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill aims to enhance the involvement of Minnesota Tribal governments in environmental decision-making processes. It seeks to ensure that these governments are informed and can participate when permit applications, which may significantly affect them, are under consideration by state authorities.
Main Provisions
Submission of Permit Applications: The bill requires that any application for an environmental permit, which could have a substantial direct impact on a Minnesota Tribal government, must be submitted to the governing body of the affected Tribal government.
Updated Information Sharing: If the initial permit application is incomplete, any additional substantial information that is received must also be promptly shared with the Tribal government.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This legislation introduces new subdivisions to Minnesota Statutes 2024, specifically sections 84.027 and 116.03, mandating that state commissioners communicate with Tribal governments about relevant permit applications.
The law acknowledges Minnesota Tribal governments as stakeholders with significant interest in decisions that affect their lands and communities.
Relevant Terms
- Permit applications
- Tribal government
- Environmental decision-making
- Minnesota Statutes 84.027
- Minnesota Statutes 116.03
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy |
Citations
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