This bill, H.F. No. 1321, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives by Representative Huot, pertains to capital investment in the city of Hastings for improvements to its water infrastructure.

Key Provisions:

1. Funding Allocation:

   • The bill appropriates $16,600,000 from the state's bond proceeds fund to the Public Facilities Authority.
     
   • This funding is intended to support a grant for the city of Hastings.

2. Purpose of the Funds:

   • The funds will be used to predesign, design, construct, and equip three water treatment plants.
     
   • These plants, along with associated water mains, will be designed to remove per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from the city's wells.
     
   • PFAS are harmful contaminants found in drinking water and are known health hazards.

3. Bond Issuance:

   • To provide the necessary funds, the Commissioner of Management and Budget is authorized to sell and issue bonds up to $16,600,000.
     
   • The bond sale and issuance will follow Minnesota Statutes Sections 16A.631 to 16A.675 and will comply with Article XI, Sections 4 to 7 of the Minnesota Constitution.

Summary:

This bill (H.F. No. 1321) authorizes state bond funding for the construction of three water treatment plants in Hastings to address PFAS contamination in the city's water supply. The state will issue $16.6 million in bonds to finance this project under the oversight of the Public Facilities Authority and the Commissioner of Management and Budget.