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SF2864 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Shooting Star state trail segment bond issue and appropriation

Related bill: HF2536

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This bill is designed to provide funding for the development of a segment of the Shooting Star State Trail. It proposes using state bonds to secure the necessary finances for this project.

Main Provisions

  • Funding Allocation: The bill appropriates $1,440,000 specifically for the predesign, design, and construction of a four-mile segment of the Shooting Star State Trail. This segment is intended for pedestrian and bicycle use.
  • Trail Location: The funds will be used to extend the trail from the city of Taopi southward to the Iowa state line.
  • Bond Sale Authorization: The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to raise the appropriated $1,440,000. The commissioner of management and budget is responsible for overseeing this process, following specified state statutes and constitutional guidelines.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill does not amend existing laws but adds provisions specific to the funding and construction of a new segment of the Shooting Star State Trail, demonstrating state support and investment in recreational infrastructure.

Relevant Terms

  • State bonds
  • Shooting Star State Trail
  • Pedestrian and bicycle trail
  • Taopi
  • Bond proceeds fund

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 19, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toCapital Investment

Citations

 
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    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
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      "summary": "This bill appropriates funds for the development of the Shooting Star state trail segment under section 85.015.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "85.015"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds under sections 16A.631 to 16A.675.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "16A.631 to 16A.675"
  }
]

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