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This bill provides funding for a voluntary private well water testing program in Minnesota. Specifically, the bill appropriates an unspecified amount of money from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2026 to the commissioner of health. The program will be developed in collaboration with the University of Minnesota's Board of Regents and interested nonprofit organizations. The goal is to establish a voluntary testing initiative that will help private well owners access water safety testing through local clinics, and provide additional resources such as information about water treatment options and personalized water safety plans. The funding is designated as a one-time appropriation, meaning it is intended for a single fiscal year and is not expected to be recurring. This type of program is important for helping rural or suburban residents who rely on private wells understand and ensure the safety of their drinking water.

Health and Social Services

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1209&ssn=0&y=2025