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MN HF3567
Bill
Status
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Burkel
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AI Summary
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Removes the existing exemption that allowed watershed districts (chapter 103D) and drainage authorities (chapter 103E) to use their own procedures when taking private property through eminent domain
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Requires watershed districts and drainage authorities to follow standard eminent domain procedures under chapter 117 for all property takings
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Any taking of property by these entities that fails to comply with chapter 117 procedures is declared legally null and void
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Effective date is August 1, 2026, applying only to property takings on or after that date
Legislative Description
Exemptions removed from eminent domain procedures for certain takings of property by a watershed district or a drainage authority.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
2/23/2026