HF1370 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
State agency and project funding provided from the clean water and parks and trails funds, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF1447
AI Generated Summary
This bill appropriates funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water Fund and Parks and Trails Fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
Article 1: Clean Water Fund (Fiscal Years 2026-2027)
- Total Appropriation: $155,354,500 in 2026 and $155,397,500 in 2027.
- Restrictions: Funds must be used for activities directly related to clean water initiatives per Minnesota law.
- Key Agency Allocations:
- Department of Agriculture: Funding for pesticide and nitrate monitoring, best management practices for water quality, conservation equipment, and the Forever Green Initiative.
- Pollution Control Agency: Supports surface water assessments, watershed restoration projects, subsurface sewage treatment systems, and stormwater reduction efforts.
- Department of Natural Resources: Supports stream flow monitoring, lake and fish contamination assessments, and watershed planning.
- Board of Water and Soil Resources: Funding to local governments for watershed projects, soil erosion prevention, and conservation easements.
- Department of Health: Ensures safe drinking water, groundwater protection, and a public health action plan for water safety.
- Metropolitan Council: Supports regional water supply sustainability, wellhead protection, and stormwater reuse.
- University of Minnesota: Completes geologic atlases and evaluates stormwater management practices.
- Public Facilities Authority: Grants for wastewater treatment and pollution control infrastructure.
Article 2: Parks and Trails Fund (Fiscal Years 2026-2027)
- Total Appropriation: $65,290,000 in 2026 and $67,845,000 in 2027.
- Restrictions: Funds must be used for parks and trails projects and should prioritize accessibility, energy efficiency, and water conservation.
- Key Allocations:
- Department of Natural Resources: Funds for state parks, trails, regional grants, and outdoor engagement programs.
- Metropolitan Council: Funding distributed to city councils for regional parks and trails improvements.
The appropriations are one-time and have defined availability periods, many extending until 2030. The bill emphasizes environmental protection, public health, and expanding outdoor recreational opportunities.
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 | Legacy Finance |
| February 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Legacy Finance |
Citations
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