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This bill proposes new restrictions on land acquisition for flood control and water retention projects in Minnesota. Specifically, the legislation prohibits any state agency or nonprofit organization from acquiring real property (either through full ownership or by easement) for a flood control or water retention project if the state already owns land within the same project area. The bill defines a "flood control or water retention project" as any initiative with the primary purpose of holding water on land or preventing flooding. By introducing these limitations, the bill aims to prevent redundant land purchases and potentially reduce unnecessary government spending on flood mitigation efforts where state-owned land is already available. The proposed law would be added to Minnesota Statutes under Chapter 16B, which governs state administrative procedures and property management.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0528&ssn=0&y=2025