HF531 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Procedures for county to alter preexisting boundary line established, and counties required to restore and perpetuate United States public land survey monuments.
Related bill: SF59
AI Generated Summary
This bill focuses on the preservation of historical survey monuments in Minnesota. It mandates that if landmarks known as United States public land survey monuments are either destroyed or at risk of becoming difficult to recognize, county boards must hire a licensed land surveyor. This surveyor is tasked with replacing these monuments with durable ones, ensuring they are properly documented with detailed notes and records. These records must be officially filed within a year by the surveyor. The aim is to maintain clear and traceable boundaries by preserving these crucial landmarks, which serve as certified evidence of the original survey corners set by the United States.
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 | Elections Finance and Government Operations |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Clarification on employing a licensed land surveyor for monument restoration."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill amends the procedures for restoring United States public land survey monuments under section 381.12, subdivision 1.",
"modified": [
"Changes 'may' to 'must' with regard to county board's employment of a land surveyor."
]
},
"citation": "381.12, subdivision 1"
}
]