Minnesota HF983 appropriates funds for the local road wetland replacement program and authorizes bond issuance.

Minnesota HF983 provides funding for the local road wetland replacement program, which aims to replace wetlands drained or filled due to road repairs. The Board of Water and Soil Resources will use the funds to acquire land or permanent easements and to restore, create, enhance, and preserve wetlands. The bill appropriates $15,000,000 from bond proceeds and $11,500,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026, and $7,500,000 from the general fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The board may enter into agreements with various entities to acquire wetland replacement credits.

Minnesota HF983 appropriates funds for the local road wetland replacement program and authorizes bond issuance.

Minnesota HF983 provides funding for the local road wetland replacement program, which aims to replace wetlands drained or filled due to road repairs. The Board of Water and Soil Resources will use the funds to acquire land or permanent easements and to restore, create, enhance, and preserve wetlands. The bill appropriates $15,000,000 from bond proceeds and $11,500,000 from the general fund for fiscal year 2026, and $7,500,000 from the general fund for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The board may enter into agreements with various entities to acquire wetland replacement credits.