Bill > HF1682

This bill provides a significant financial appropriation of $45.7 million in fiscal year 2026 to the city of Hastings for a specific water treatment plant project. The funds will come from the clean water fund and will be administered through the Public Facilities Authority as a grant. The purpose of the grant is to support the predesign, design, construction, and equipment procurement for the Eastern Water Treatment Plant, with a specific focus on removing two types of potentially harmful contaminants: perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are synthetic chemicals known for their persistence in the environment, and nitrates, which can be harmful to human health when present in high concentrations. An additional component of the project involves interconnecting the Minnesota Veterans Home to this new water treatment infrastructure. The appropriation is designated as a one-time funding allocation and will be available until June 30, 2029, providing a clear timeline for project completion.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1682&ssn=0&y=2025