Minnesota HF1204 modifies procedures for petitioning for environmental assessment worksheets.

Minnesota HF1204 amends the process for petitioning for the preparation of environmental assessment worksheets. It modifies the notice publication requirements and comment periods for petitions submitted by Minnesota Tribal governments or at least 100 state residents. The bill also adjusts the timeline for governmental units to decide on the need for an environmental assessment worksheet and sets rules for the board to establish procedures for environmental impact statements. Additionally, it outlines exemptions from environmental review for certain facilities and actions.

Minnesota HF1204 modifies procedures for petitioning for environmental assessment worksheets.

Minnesota HF1204 amends the process for petitioning for the preparation of environmental assessment worksheets. It modifies the notice publication requirements and comment periods for petitions submitted by Minnesota Tribal governments or at least 100 state residents. The bill also adjusts the timeline for governmental units to decide on the need for an environmental assessment worksheet and sets rules for the board to establish procedures for environmental impact statements. Additionally, it outlines exemptions from environmental review for certain facilities and actions.