SF3226 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Wolf-livestock conflict prevention grants appropriation
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this bill is to allocate funds specifically for the prevention of conflicts between wolves and livestock in Minnesota.
Main Provisions
- The bill provides for a total of $90,000 over two years, with $45,000 available in both fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
- These funds are to be used for wolf-livestock conflict prevention grants.
- The Minnesota Commissioner of Agriculture is responsible for distributing these funds.
- A portion of the funds may be utilized to support nonlethal conflict prevention efforts executed by federal wildlife services.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This bill appropriates new funding under Minnesota Statutes section 3.737 specifically targeting wolf-livestock conflict prevention, illustrating a commitment to address this issue with dedicated resources over the specified fiscal years.
Relevant Terms
wolf-livestock conflict, nonlethal prevention, agriculture funding, conflict prevention grants, federal wildlife services
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 01, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| April 01, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| April 01, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development |
Citations
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