HF3154

HF3154 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Rural Policy and Development Center grants funding provided, and money appropriated.

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to provide financial support for the Rural Policy and Development Center in Minnesota. It aims to facilitate agricultural development and rural policy initiatives by allocating funds specifically for this purpose.

Main Provisions

The bill proposes an appropriation of $200,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 and another $200,000 for fiscal year 2027.
These funds are designated to be used by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, which will distribute the grants to the Rural Policy and Development Center.

Significant Changes

The bill essentially establishes a specific financial commitment over two fiscal years to support rural development efforts through the designated grants.
It signifies a continued investment by the state in the development and implementation of agricultural and rural policies.

Relevant Terms

Rural Policy and Development Center
Appropriation
Grants
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
General fund
Fiscal year 2026
Fiscal year 2027

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
April 07, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Agriculture Finance and Policy
April 07, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Agriculture Finance and Policy
April 10, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added
April 10, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added

Citations

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