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MN SF2913

Western Lake Superior Sanitary District wastewater treatment bond issue and appropriation


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Introduced
03/24/2025
In Committee
03/24/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to capital investment; appropriating money for wastewater treatment for the Western Lake Superior Sanitary District; authorizing the sale and issuance of state bonds.

AI Summary

This bill provides $20 million in state bond funding for the Western Lake Superior Sanitary District to construct a new wastewater filtration system at its treatment facility in Duluth, Minnesota. The bill authorizes the commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue state bonds to finance the project, following standard state bonding procedures outlined in Minnesota Statutes and the state constitution. The bonds will be issued from the state bond proceeds fund, and the funding is specifically designated as a grant to the sanitary district for upgrading its wastewater treatment infrastructure. The bill becomes effective immediately after it is enacted, allowing the district to proceed with its wastewater system improvements. By investing in this infrastructure project, the state aims to support improved water treatment capabilities in the Duluth area, which can help protect local water quality and environmental health.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Referred to Capital Investment (on 03/24/2025)

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