Bill > HF2602

This bill modifies an existing appropriation related to drought relief by extending funding and provisions for seedling replacement. Specifically, the bill maintains a $5 million general fund appropriation to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for replacing drought-killed seedlings on lands managed by the DNR and for providing grants to Tribal, county, and private forestland owners to replace similar seedlings. The bill adds a new provision allowing the DNR to purchase seedlings from the private market if needed to ensure an adequate supply for replanting efforts. The funding, which was originally set to expire on June 30, 2027, is now extended to June 30, 2029, and covers comprehensive seedling replacement activities including site preparation, replanting, and tending to new seedlings. This appropriation is designated as a one-time funding allocation aimed at addressing the impact of drought on forestlands in Minnesota.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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