SF238 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Legislative approval requirement for certain sales, transfers, or other conveyances of state-owned land

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This bill, SF No 238, amends the current law to require legislative approval for the sale, transfer, or other conveyances of state-owned land in Minnesota. Specifically, any conveyance involving more than 100 acres must be specifically authorized by law, and for those involving more than 1,000 acres, a law must be passed by at least a three-fifths majority in each house of the legislature. The bill also clarifies that general authorities given to the commissioner to handle state property don't apply unless the specific property to be sold or transferred is clearly identified in the legislation. Additionally, the bill does not restrict the leasing of state property. This change aims at increasing legislative oversight and control over substantial state land transactions.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
January 15, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
January 15, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toEnvironment, Climate, and Legacy
January 29, 2025SenateFloorActionAuthors added