MN HF679

Prohibits spending parks and trails fund money to acquire property through eminent domain or to acquire property previously acquired by eminent domain.

Requires parks and trails fund projects to meet constitutional requirements for regional or statewide significance and include measurable outcomes with evaluation plans.

Mandates that fund recipients compile and submit project information to the Legislative Coordinating Commission by January 15 of the applicable fiscal year for public posting on a website.

Restricts parks and trails fund spending to projects located in Minnesota and requires balanced benefit distribution across all state regions and residents.

Establishes accountability measures including compliance audits by the Office of the Legislative Auditor, with non-compliant recipients listed publicly and ineligible for future funding until demonstrating compliance.