SF1220 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
University of Minnesota Forever Green Initiative money transfer provision
Related bill: HF525
AI Generated Summary
This legislative bill, S.F. No. 1220, proposes to allocate funds from Minnesota's general fund to the University of Minnesota specifically for the Forever Green Initiative in the fiscal year 2026. The financial support is aimed at advancing the Initiative’s goals, which focus on enhancing the sustainability and efficiency of Minnesota's agriculture. This is achieved by integrating perennial and winter annual crops into the state's existing farming methods. The intention is to help protect natural resources while boosting the profitability and productivity of local farmers. This funding transfer is designated as a one-time occurrence.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 09, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 09, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development |
Citations
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{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"A one-time financial transfer to support the Forever Green Initiative."
],
"removed": [
"No existing requirements were removed in the cited statute."
],
"summary": "This bill involves a transfer of funds related to the Forever Green Initiative to the agriculture research education extension and technology transfer account under section 41A.14.",
"modified": [
"No modifications to existing statutes in the cited section."
]
},
"citation": "41A.14"
}
]