Purpose of the Bill

The aim of this bill is to address environmental contamination at Lake Superior College by securing funding for the cleanup and treatment of pollutants known as PFAS—perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances.

Main Provisions

• The bill proposes an allocation of $2,000,000 from the state bond proceeds fund. This money is earmarked for a grant that will be used by Lake Superior College.
• The funds will specifically be used for designing, engineering, and constructing improvements needed for PFAS abatement, remediation, mitigation, and treatment at the college's Emergency Response Training Center.
• The bill includes provision for the construction of wells, necessary equipment, and facilities to support the remediation and water treatment infrastructure. It also includes updates to existing equipment and facilities.

Significant Changes

• The bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds to support this financial commitment. The Minnesota commissioner of management and budget is tasked with executing this, following the conditions and terms set by Minnesota statutes and constitutional guidance.

Relevant Terms

PFAS, perfluoroalkyl substances, polyfluoroalkyl substances, contamination, environmental remediation, bond proceeds, infrastructure improvements, state bonds.