HF1332 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Forests and forestry capital projects funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF1833
AI Generated Summary
This bill, H.F. No. 1332, introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives, pertains to capital investment in forests and forestry projects. It proposes an appropriation of $18 million from bond proceeds to the Commissioner of Natural Resources for reforestation efforts on state forest lands, in compliance with Minnesota Statutes §89.002, subdivision 2. The funds will be used for purchasing native seeds and seedlings, site preparation, and protection efforts.
Additionally, $8 million of this amount may be allocated specifically for forest stand improvement, management, and treatment of emerald ash borer and spruce budworm on state forest lands.
To finance these initiatives, the bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to $18 million, following relevant Minnesota statutes (§16A.631 to §16A.675) and the Minnesota Constitution (Article XI, Sections 4 to 7).
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Capital Investment |
| February 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Capital Investment |
| February 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| March 31, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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