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SF3445 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Carlton County facilities for residential substance abuse appropriation

Related bill: HF3224

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to authorize funding for the construction and development of residential substance abuse treatment facilities in Carlton County, Minnesota. This is intended to address the need for specialized care and treatment for individuals with substance use disorders.

Main Provisions

  • The bill proposes the allocation of $25,000,000 from the bond proceeds fund for the development of these facilities.
  • The funding will cover:
    • Acquisition of property
    • Predesign and design work
    • Site preparation, including demolition
    • Construction, furnishing, and equipping of new treatment facilities

Bond Authorization

  • The bill authorizes the commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue state bonds up to $25,000,000 to finance the project.
  • These bonds will be issued in accordance with existing Minnesota Statutes and the state Constitution.

Use of Remaining Funds

  • If any funds remain after substantial completion of the projects, these should be used for improvements and other capital nature projects at Direct Care and Treatment facilities statewide. This must comply with Minnesota Statutes section 16B.307.

Significant Changes

  • The bill introduces the creation of new facilities specifically for residential substance use disorder treatment, representing a significant state investment in mental health and addiction services infrastructure.

Relevant Terms

  • Capital investment
  • Residential substance abuse facilities
  • State bonds
  • Carlton County
  • Direct Care and Treatment facilities
  • Substance use disorder

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
April 24, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
April 24, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
April 24, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toCapital Investment

Citations

 
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    "citation": "16B.307",
    "subdivision": ""
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
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      "summary": "The issuance and sale of bonds are governed by the existing statutes between sections 16A.631 and 16A.675.",
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    "citation": "16A.631 to 16A.675",
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