Bill > HF1622

This bill establishes a $10 million grant program in Minnesota specifically designed to support the development of alternatives to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which are synthetic chemicals known for their potential environmental and health risks. The grant program, to be administered by the commissioner of employment and economic development, will provide funding between $2-5 million to Minnesota-based companies that can demonstrate expertise in developing PFAS-free alternatives, with a particular focus on agricultural and manufacturing innovations. Eligible applicants must show capabilities in areas like fiber technologies, material science, and coatings, and will be preferred if they can create products that utilize agricultural waste streams, reduce greenhouse gas emissions through local sourcing and renewable energy, and develop packaging solutions that exclude PFAS chemicals. The grant funding is available for one year and can be used to expand manufacturing, processing, and handling of agriculture-related PFAS-free products. The application window will be 30 days long, and the funds are available until July 1, 2027, with the goal of supporting PFAS-free alternatives in crop years 2025 and beyond.

Labor and Employment

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1622&ssn=0&y=2025