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MN SF2473
MN SF2473Minnesota Black Farmers Association purchase of advanced 21st century farming equipment for use by a cooperative of Black veteran farmers appropriation
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Introduced
03/13/2025
03/13/2025
In Committee
03/13/2025
03/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
94th Legislature 2025-2026
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to agriculture; appropriating money for the Minnesota Black Farmers Association to purchase advanced 21st century farming equipment for use by a cooperative of Black veteran farmers.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Minnesota Commissioner of Agriculture to award a $2,500,000 grant to the Minnesota Black Farmers Association in fiscal year 2026, specifically to purchase advanced farming equipment for a cooperative of Black veteran farmers. The equipment will include specific items like skid steers and John Deere tractors with attachments. By providing these modern farming tools, the bill aims to support Black veteran farmers by giving them access to high-quality, contemporary agricultural machinery that can potentially improve their farming efficiency and productivity. The appropriation comes from the state's general fund and is specifically earmarked to help this particular group of farmers acquire equipment that might otherwise be financially out of reach.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Hearing (15:00:00 4/21/2025 ) (on 04/21/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2473&ssn=0&y=2025 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF2473&version=0&session=ls94&session_year=2025&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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