HF3259

HF3259 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Farmer-lender mediation program reauthorized.

Related bill: SF3502

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to extend the expiration date of the farmer-lender mediation program in Minnesota. This program is designed to assist farmers who are experiencing difficulties with debt, by providing a structured process for mediation between farmers and their lenders.

Main Provisions

The bill specifically amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 583.215 to update the expiration date of the farmer-lender mediation program.
The initial expiration date of June 30, 2027, is now extended to June 30, 2032.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The main change introduced by this bill is the extension of the program's expiration date. Previously set to expire in 2027, the bill extends the operation of the farmer-lender mediation program by five additional years, allowing it to continue until 2032. No other changes to the program's structure or operation are outlined in this bill.

Relevant Terms

farmer-lender mediation, debt mediation, agriculture finance, statute extension, program expiration, Minnesota agriculture law.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
April 27, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Agriculture Finance and Policy
April 27, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Agriculture Finance and Policy
April 28, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added
April 28, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added

Citations

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