HF525 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
General fund money transferred to the University of Minnesota for the Forever Green Initiative.
Related bill: SF1220
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes that in the year 2026, funds will be moved from Minnesota's general fund into a specific account dedicated to agricultural research and advancement. The purpose of this transfer is to support the Forever Green Initiative at the University of Minnesota. The Initiative aims to help Minnesota's environment and its farmers by developing farming methods that include perennial and winter-annual crops, which can improve soil health, enhance water quality, and increase farm profitability and productivity. This funding is a one-time allocation.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Agriculture Finance and Policy |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Funds designated for the Forever Green Initiative to support sustainability in agriculture."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "The bill references the transfer of funds into the agriculture research, education extension, and technology transfer account under section 41A.14.",
"modified": [
"The account is specified to support new initiatives with the transferred funds."
]
},
"citation": "41A.14"
}
]