Bill > HF1066

This bill increases the annual appropriation for soil and water conservation district aid from $12,000,000 to $20,000,000, starting in 2025. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 477A.23, subdivision 6, which governs the funding for these local conservation districts. Soil and water conservation districts are local government entities that work to manage and protect natural resources at the county or multi-county level, helping to preserve land, water quality, and environmental health. The increased funding will provide these districts with more financial support to carry out their conservation and environmental management activities. The appropriation will be made annually from the state's general fund, and the commissioner of revenue will be responsible for making the required payments. This change represents an increase of $8 million per year in state funding for these critical local environmental programs, potentially enabling expanded conservation efforts across Minnesota.

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