Bill > HF1864

This bill establishes new requirements for acquiring real property (land) using state funds. Specifically, the bill mandates that any acquisition of real property in fee (full ownership) using state money must receive approval from two entities: (1) the state legislature during a regular session, and (2) the county board of commissioners where the property is located. If the property spans multiple counties, approval from the boards of commissioners of all involved counties is required. Additionally, county boards have the option to instead put the property acquisition to a public vote through a ballot question. The bill is proposing to add this new approval process to Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 16B, which governs state administrative procedures. The intent appears to be increasing transparency and local input in state land acquisitions by requiring explicit approval from both state and local governmental bodies before finalizing such purchases.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1864&ssn=0&y=2025