Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of the bill is to allocate funds to support an important annual meeting, the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative (MRCTI), which aims to discuss and address significant policies related to the Mississippi River.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill appropriates a specific amount of money, $100,000, from the general fund in fiscal year 2026. This funding is to assist with the costs associated with organizing and hosting the MRCTI annual meeting.
• Event Details: The meeting is scheduled to take place in the Twin Cities region from September 16 to 18, 2025. It will bring together mayors from cities located along the Mississippi River, spanning across ten states.
• Meeting Goals: Discussions during the meeting will focus on developing and implementing policies related to disaster resilience, infrastructure, environmental restoration, and water security. The meeting will also include participation from federal and state partners, stakeholders, and international embassies, with the goal of sharing best practices for watershed sustainability.

Significant Changes

• This is a one-time appropriation, meaning the $100,000 funding is specifically for this event and is not intended as a recurring expense.

Relevant Terms

Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative, general fund, fiscal year 2026, Twin Cities, disaster resilience, infrastructure, environmental restoration, water security, watershed sustainability.