HF3224 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Carlton County; residential substance abuse facilities funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF3445

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to address the need for residential substance use disorder treatment facilities in Carlton County, Minnesota. It seeks to provide funding through the issuance of state bonds for the development and improvement of these facilities.

Main Provisions

  • Appropriation of Funds: The bill proposes allocating $25 million from the bond proceeds fund to the commissioner of administration. This funding is intended for acquiring property, design, site preparations, and the construction, furnishing, and equipping of new facilities for residential substance use disorder services in Carlton County.

  • Use of Remaining Funds: Any leftover funds after completing the specified projects must be used for asset preservation and making improvements to Direct Care and Treatment facilities across the state, in compliance with Minnesota Statutes section 16B.307.

  • Issuance of Bonds: To finance the appropriated money, the bill authorizes the commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue state bonds up to the amount of $25 million. The issuance of these bonds will follow the guidelines and requirements set by Minnesota Statutes and the Minnesota Constitution.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill introduces new investments in substance use disorder facilities, which may involve the adjustment of state bond limits and allocation for public health infrastructure. It reinforces state commitment to handling substance use disorders by constructing specialized care facilities.

Relevant Terms

  • Residential substance use disorder facilities
  • State bonds
  • Direct Care and Treatment facilities
  • Asset preservation
  • Capital investment
  • Bond proceeds fund

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
April 22, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toCapital Investment

Citations

 
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Progress through the legislative process

17%
In Committee