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MN HF4301
Bill
Status
3/16/2026
Primary Sponsor
Steve Gander
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AI Summary
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Appropriates $1,000,000 in fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the Commissioner of Health for grants supporting regional drinking water system planning and development
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Counties, municipalities, and townships seeking to establish or expand regional drinking water systems under Minnesota Statutes chapter 116A are eligible for grants up to $300,000 per year
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Grant funds cover feasibility studies, engineering analyses, legal and financial assessments, community engagement, design work, and district formation activities
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Recipients must provide matching funds of at least 25% of the grant amount
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Commissioner of Health must develop application criteria by November 1, 2026, prioritizing projects addressing aging infrastructure, water quality, affordability, or economic development, and submit a progress report to the legislature by January 15, 2027
Legislative Description
County, municipality, and township funding provided for planning and assistance to support drinking water regionalization; report required; and money appropriated.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Health Finance and Policy
3/16/2026