SF4131
Iron ore designation as the state mineral
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: HF3838
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
This bill designates iron ore as Minnesota’s official state mineral and requires that a photograph and a typical specimen of iron ore be preserved. The intent is to formally recognize iron ore as a symbol of Minnesota’s history in mining and natural resources, and to codify this designation in state law.
Main provisions
- Subdivision 1: Iron ore is the official mineral of the state of Minnesota.
- Subdivision 2: A photograph and a typical specimen of iron ore must be preserved in the Office of the Secretary of State.
Significant changes to existing law
- Adds a new official state mineral: iron ore, to be listed in Minnesota Statutes.
- Establishes a requirement that the Office of the Secretary of State maintain both a photograph and a typical specimen of iron ore.
- This is a codification in state law for a state symbol; no other regulatory or policy changes are described in the bill text provided.
Relevant terms
iron ore; state mineral; Minnesota; photograph; typical specimen; Office of the Secretary of State; Minnesota Statutes; state government
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 04, 2026 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| March 04, 2026 | Senate | Action | Referred to | State and Local Government |
Bill information comes from public records published by the Office of the Revisor of Statutes, the Minnesota House and the Minnesota Senate. AI summaries are written by MinneSlate and are not official. MinneSlate is independent and is not affiliated with the State of Minnesota or the Minnesota Legislature.
Progress through the legislative process
In Committee