HF 3377 Summary

• Appropriates $79.644 million from the Minnesota Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund for fiscal year 2025 to support natural resource conservation, research, education, and recreation projects.

• Funds foundational research and data collection on Minnesota's ecosystems, including wild rice, forest management, aquatic plants, invasive species, and wildlife populations across multiple species.

• Supports environmental education programs for K-12 students and workforce training, including outdoor recreation access, conservation careers, and culturally-sustaining environmental education initiatives.

• Allocates significant funds for land acquisition, habitat restoration, trail development, and park improvements across Minnesota's state parks, trails, and local recreation areas.

• Modifies and extends appropriations from previous legislative sessions (2019-2023) for ongoing projects related to invasive species management, water quality, waste diversion, and habitat protection.