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MN HF2588

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/29/2012

Primary Sponsor

Duane Quam

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Origin

House of Representatives

87th Legislature 2011-2012

AI Summary

  • Appropriates $7,500,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the Commissioner of Natural Resources for a grant to the Lake Zumbro Joint Powers Board for sedimentation removal, dredging, and soil disposal.

  • Grant funding is conditional on at least $2,500,000 being committed to the project from nonstate sources before appropriation becomes available.

  • Project aims to improve recreational economy, water quality, habitat, and water storage capacity to support long-term hydroelectric operations and renewable energy goals.

  • Authorizes the Commissioner of Management and Budget to sell and issue state bonds up to $7,500,000 to fund the appropriation.

  • Becomes effective the day following final enactment.

Legislative Description

Olmsted and Wabasha Counties; Lake Zumbro restoration funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Policy and Finance

2/29/2012

Committee Referrals

Environment, Energy and Natural Resources Policy and Finance2/29/2012

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