SF4348

1. Purpose

2. To give the commissioner of natural resources temporary authority to store drill cores outside the drill core library when there isn’t enough space.

3. Main Provisions

4. Section 1. Temporary drill core storage

   • Notwithstanding Minnesota Statutes section 93.61, the commissioner of natural resources may store drill cores at locations other than the drill core library as necessary when space is limited.
   • The commissioner may limit or prohibit access to those drill cores to protect public safety and the drill cores from damage.

5. Section 1.b Expiration

   • This authority expires on June 30, 2029.

6. Significant Changes to Existing Law

7. Creates a temporary override to the existing rule (93.61) that governs drill core storage, allowing off-site storage when space is constrained and adding the ability to control access to protect safety and core integrity. It establishes a clear end date for the authority.

8. Practical Implications

9. Enables flexible management of drill core samples during space shortages.

10. Introduces access controls to balance public safety with preservation of the cores.

11. Limits the duration of the new authority, requiring renewal or re-evaluation after June 30, 2029.

Relevant Terms - drill cores, drill core library, commissioner of natural resources, temporary authority, store, locations other than the drill core library, space limited, public safety, damage, Minnesota Statutes section 93.61, expiration date, June 30, 2029.