Bill > SF3329

This bill appropriates $20 million in state bond funding for the Como Zoo in St. Paul to design, construct, and equip new habitats for large cats (including lions, tigers, cougars, and snow leopards) and wolves. The funding will not only cover exhibit spaces but also provide areas for animal training, enrichment, off-exhibit housing, and veterinary care. The Minnesota Commissioner of Management and Budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds to cover this $20 million appropriation, following standard state bonding procedures outlined in Minnesota Statutes and the state constitution. The bill becomes effective immediately after its final enactment, allowing the Como Zoo to proceed with improvements to its animal habitats. This represents a significant investment in the zoo's infrastructure and animal welfare, aiming to create more spacious and enriching environments for its large predator species.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF3329&ssn=0&y=2025