Bill > HF348

This bill directs the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency commissioner to transfer $45.7 million in fiscal year 2026 from the water quality and sustainability account in the remediation fund to the Public Facilities Authority. The specific purpose of this transfer is to provide a grant to the city of Hastings for predesigning, designing, constructing, and equipping three water treatment plants and associated water mains. These treatment plants are specifically aimed at removing perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from the city's water wells. PFAS are a group of human-made chemicals known for their potential health risks and environmental persistence. The transferred funds will be available for use until June 30, 2029, giving the city a multi-year window to complete the water treatment infrastructure project. The bill appears to be part of a broader effort to address water contamination and improve water treatment capabilities in the city of Hastings.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0348&ssn=0&y=2025