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HF80 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Grants to restore and create wetlands provided for the wetland banking program, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF1157

AI Generated Summary

This Minnesota legislative bill, authored by Heintzeman, proposes to allocate funds from the state's general budget in 2026 and 2027 to the Board of Water and Soil Resources. These funds are intended to support a cost-sharing program that helps landowners restore and create sustainable wetlands. These wetlands must be eligible for inclusion in the state's wetland banking program, which is governed by specific sections of the Minnesota Statutes under the Wetland Conservation Act. The bill outlines that the financial assistance can be used for activities such as site assessment, engineering design and construction, vegetation establishment, and costs related to setting up long-term easements for the wetlands. The bill has been sent to the Committee on Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy for further consideration.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 09, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toEnvironment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy

Citations

 
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    "citation": "103G.222"
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      "summary": "This statute pertains to the wetland banking program and outlines rules for wetland credits and transactions.",
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