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MN SF1704

MN SF1704
State Armory Building Commission maximum bonded indebtedness allowed increase provision


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Introduced
02/20/2025
In Committee
02/20/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to the military; increasing the maximum bonded indebtedness allowed for the State Armory Building Commission; amending Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 193.143.

AI Summary

This bill increases the maximum bonded indebtedness allowed for the State Armory Building Commission from $15 million to $45 million, which would provide additional financial capacity for constructing and equipping new armories across Minnesota. The legislation amends an existing statute that outlines the powers of the State Armory Building Commission, specifically modifying the total bonded indebtedness limit. This change will enable the commission to potentially undertake more armory construction projects, match federal and local funding, and support military infrastructure improvements. The bill maintains the commission's existing powers, such as acquiring property, exercising eminent domain, constructing armories, and partnering with federal and state governments, while providing greater financial flexibility for future military facility development. The increased bonding capacity could help modernize or expand facilities for Minnesota's military reserve components, potentially improving training and operational readiness for state military forces.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Author stricken Mitchell (on 02/17/2026)

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