HF1611 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Lawns to lunch pilot program funding provided, and money appropriated.
AI Generated Summary
This bill appropriates $1,000,000 from the Minnesota general fund in fiscal year 2026 to the Board of Water and Soil Resources to establish a "Lawns to Lunch" pilot program. The program aims to provide financial and technical assistance for planting food gardens in residential landscapes and community spaces. These gardens may include:
- Vegetables
- Fruits, including fruit trees
- Other food plants
- Flowering plants necessary for pollination
The Board may collaborate with local governments, the University of Minnesota Extension Master Gardener volunteer program, and nonprofit organizations to implement the program. However, funds cannot be used for:
- Greenhouses or other buildings
- Planting food for commercial sale
This is a one-time appropriation and will remain available until June 30, 2030.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy |
| February 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy |
| March 23, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Authors added |