The bill S.F. No. 1000 proposes to enforce the protection of important aggregate resources (like sand and gravel) in Minnesota. It amends existing laws to ensure that regional and local planning authorities incorporate the safeguarding of these resources into their land use decisions. Key points include:

1. Local and Regional Planning: Counties and municipalities must consider the protection of aggregate resources in their land use plans. This includes incorporating measures to preserve these resources in zoning ordinances and comprehensive land use plans.

2. Land Use Plans: The bill specifies that land use plans should include not only protection for historical sites and solar energy access but also plans for housing that cater to varying income levels. It emphasizes the importance of planning that supports low and moderate-income housing.

3. Environmental and Resources Management: The bill requires the inclusion of elements that protect and develop access to natural resources like aggregate, along with maintaining agricultural lands and habitats. It also mandates an inventory of greenhouse gas emissions and strategies to reduce them.

4. Commissioner of Natural Resources: It instructs the commissioner to develop recommendations by February 2026 for changes to local government permitting processes to better protect aggregate resources and promote responsible reclamation of mining sites.

5. Funding: The bill appropriates funds for the mapping of aggregate resources in counties outside the metropolitan area, updating resource management handbooks, and providing technical assistance for land use decisions related to aggregate resources.

In summary, S.F. No. 1000 is designed to ensure a strategic and environmentally responsible approach to managing and protecting critical natural resources like aggregates, supporting sustainable development and environmental preservation in Minnesota.