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This bill provides funding for county agricultural inspector grants by appropriating $1,000,000 in both fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund to the commissioner of agriculture. To receive the grants, counties must employ an agricultural inspector or designated employee who meets specific requirements, including attending training, coordinating with the agriculture commissioner, compiling local weed inspector reports, conducting annual meetings and training for local weed inspectors, and assisting with agricultural control programs. The commissioner can use up to 3% of the appropriation for administrative costs, and grant money will be equally divided among eligible counties. Eligible counties must submit an annual application on a form approved by the commissioner of agriculture. The grants aim to support and enhance county-level agricultural inspection and compliance efforts by providing financial resources to counties that maintain qualified agricultural inspectors.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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