Minnesota HF1332 appropriates $18,000,000 for reforestation and forest management on state lands.

Minnesota HF1332 allocates $18,000,000 from bond proceeds to the commissioner of natural resources for reforestation on state forest lands. This includes purchasing native seeds and seedlings, planting, seeding, site preparation, and protection. Up to $8,000,000 may be used for forest stand improvement, management, and treatment of invasive species like emerald ash borer and spruce budworm. The commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds up to $18,000,000 to fund these projects.

Minnesota HF1332 appropriates $18,000,000 for reforestation and forest management on state lands.

Minnesota HF1332 allocates $18,000,000 from bond proceeds to the commissioner of natural resources for reforestation on state forest lands. This includes purchasing native seeds and seedlings, planting, seeding, site preparation, and protection. Up to $8,000,000 may be used for forest stand improvement, management, and treatment of invasive species like emerald ash borer and spruce budworm. The commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds up to $18,000,000 to fund these projects.