HF2620 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Emerald ash borer response and community tree-planting grants funding provided, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF2961
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill seeks to allocate funds for environmental purposes focused specifically on combating the emerald ash borer infestation and promoting community tree planting efforts.
Main Provisions
Emerald Ash Borer Response Grants
- Allocates $5,000,000 to the Metropolitan Council.
- Grants are intended for local governments to support efforts against emerald ash borer infestations.
- Covers activities such as planning and designing wood waste facilities, temporary storage of wood waste, transport and processing of wood waste, and tree shredding or disposal.
- The funding is a one-time appropriation available until June 30, 2028.
Community Tree Planting Grants
- Provides another $5,000,000 to the commissioner of natural resources.
- Funds are designated for community tree planting projects, in line with Minnesota Statutes section 84.705.
- This is also a one-time appropriation and will be available until June 30, 2028.
Significant Changes
- This bill introduces specific, time-limited funding to address the emerald ash borer problem, which has not been allocated within this fiscal period before.
- It similarly provides targeted funds for enhancing community green spaces through tree planting, reinforcing environmental sustainability efforts.
Relevant Terms
- Emerald ash borer
- Metropolitan Council
- Wood waste
- Tree disposal
- Community tree planting
- Environmental grants
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 19, 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 | |
| March 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added | |
| April 02, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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