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MN HF3347
Bill
Status
4/9/2014
Primary Sponsor
Tom Anzelc
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AI Summary
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Renames "taconite assistance area" to "Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board service area" throughout Minnesota Statutes for consistency.
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Creates the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Board (IRRRB) fund to support economic development and public works projects within the service area, replacing previous separate accounts.
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Simplifies oversight by removing requirements for governor approval of individual projects; board approval becomes the primary authorization mechanism.
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Repeals obsolete provisions including sections 298.2213, 298.222, 298.223 (partial), 298.2961 (partial), and 298.298 to eliminate redundant and unnecessary laws.
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Consolidates mineral leasing authority under the commissioner with board approval, allowing surface and mineral interest leases with revenue retained by the agency for economic development purposes.
Legislative Description
Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation Area; Office of the Commissioner of Iron Range resources and rehabilitation clarifying changes made; obsolete, redundant, and unnecessary laws removed; funds modified; and money appropriated.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Taxes
4/9/2014