MN HF38

Prohibits the Pollution Control Agency commissioner from considering greenhouse gas emissions when approving permits for agricultural activities, as defined in Minnesota Rules chapter 7005.

Adds new subsection (g) to Minnesota Statutes 2018, section 116.07, subdivision 4a, establishing the restriction on greenhouse gas emission consideration for agricultural permits.

Maintains existing agency authority over air contaminant emissions, waste disposal, and noise pollution permits for non-agricultural facilities.

Does not affect the agency's ability to revoke or modify permits or enforce other applicable environmental regulations for agricultural operations.