Minnesota HF253 temporarily halts modifications to the public waters inventory until July 1, 2027, and mandates a report on the modification process.

Minnesota HF253 establishes a moratorium on modifications to the public waters inventory until July 1, 2027. The commissioner of natural resources is prohibited from making any changes to the inventory under Minnesota Statutes, section 103G.201, during this period. Additionally, the commissioner must submit a report to the legislature by January 15, 2027, in consultation with various local government entities and interested parties.

Minnesota HF253 temporarily halts modifications to the public waters inventory until July 1, 2027, and mandates a report on the modification process.

Minnesota HF253 establishes a moratorium on modifications to the public waters inventory until July 1, 2027. The commissioner of natural resources is prohibited from making any changes to the inventory under Minnesota Statutes, section 103G.201, during this period. Additionally, the commissioner must submit a report to the legislature by January 15, 2027, in consultation with various local government entities and interested parties.