SF1971 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Brainerd appropriation for certain energy efficiency projects

Related bill: HF1366

AI Generated Summary

This bill (S.F. No. 1971) appropriates $9,900,000 from Minnesota's renewable development account in fiscal year 2026 for energy efficiency projects undertaken by Brainerd Public Utilities. The funds will be distributed as a grant through the commissioner of commerce. The bill defines eligible energy efficiency projects to include upgrades to existing turbine generators, replacement of turbine generators with new units, and structural improvements to accommodate new turbine generators. The appropriation will remain available until fully expended.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 26, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 26, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 26, 2025HouseFloorActionReferred toEnergy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate
February 26, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toEnergy, Utilities, Environment, and Climate

Citations

 
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    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Appropriation for Brainerd Public Utilities energy projects."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill appropriates money for energy efficiency projects in Brainerd Public Utilities, overriding the restrictions set in section 116C.779 subdivision 1 paragraph j.",
      "modified": []
    },
    "citation": "116C.779",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1 paragraph j"
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