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This bill appropriates funds from the parks and trails fund for state parks, recreation areas, trails, and regional parks and trails for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. * **State Parks, Recreation Areas, and Trails:** $25,802,000 in fiscal year 2026 and $26,920,000 in fiscal year 2027 are appropriated to the commissioner of natural resources for state parks, recreation areas, and trails. These funds are intended to connect people to the outdoors, acquire land, maintain existing holdings, and improve cooperation with partners to implement the 25-year long-range parks and trails legacy plan. * **Regional Parks and Trails (Outside Seven-County Metro Area):** $12,901,000 in fiscal year 2026 and $13,460,000 in fiscal year 2027 are appropriated from the parks and trails fund for grants for parks and trails of regional significance outside the seven-county metropolitan area. These grants will be awarded based on recommendations from the Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission. Up to $140,000 each year can be used for grant administration. An additional $500,000 each year is for the commission to carry out its duties, including developing a statewide system plan. * **Coordination and Support:** $652,000 in fiscal year 2026 and $679,000 in fiscal year 2027 are appropriated from the parks and trails fund for coordination between the department, the Metropolitan Council, and the Greater Minnesota Regional Parks and Trails Commission, as well as for enhanced web-based information and support for the Parks and Trails Legacy Advisory Committee. * **Grant Availability Extensions:** The availability of certain previously appropriated grants for specific trail projects (Cannon Valley Trail, Beaver Island Trail, Bluffs Traverse Trail, Jay C. Hormel Nature Center, Spirit Mountain Recreation Area, and Waabizheshikana/Marten Trail) is extended to June 30, 2027.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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