Minnesota HF2584 establishes a financial assistance program for local governments to combat emerald ash borer infestations.

Minnesota HF2584 establishes a financial assistance program for local governments to combat emerald ash borer infestations. The bill creates a merit-based competitive grant program for eligible local governments, prioritizing those with higher infestation rates and lower resident income. The commissioner of revenue must establish an open application process for the program, consulting with the agriculture and natural resources commissioners. The bill appropriates $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2026, with a one-time payment to eligible local governments by February 15, 2026.

Minnesota HF2584 establishes a financial assistance program for local governments to combat emerald ash borer infestations.

Minnesota HF2584 establishes a financial assistance program for local governments to combat emerald ash borer infestations. The bill creates a merit-based competitive grant program for eligible local governments, prioritizing those with higher infestation rates and lower resident income. The commissioner of revenue must establish an open application process for the program, consulting with the agriculture and natural resources commissioners. The bill appropriates $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2026, with a one-time payment to eligible local governments by February 15, 2026.