This bill focuses on enhancing environmental protection and natural resource management in Minnesota through various appropriations and regulatory modifications. It allocates significant funding for initiatives such as water quality monitoring, local government water infrastructure grants, and addressing harmful chemicals in children's products. The bill mandates the development of protocols for testing water for microplastics and nanoplastics, as well as a report on reducing PFAS in firefighter gear. Additionally, it modifies the duties of the commissioner of natural resources, requiring enhanced economic analysis in rulemaking and the presentation of a transparent biennial budget to the legislature. The bill also repeals outdated statutes to streamline the regulatory framework.

Furthermore, the legislation introduces new programs aimed at promoting environmental sustainability, such as the "Lawns to Legumes Program" and the "Habitat-Friendly Utilities Program." It establishes stricter regulations on products containing PFAS, including prohibitions on certain sales starting January 1, 2025, and mandates detailed reporting from manufacturers. The bill also addresses environmental justice by requiring cumulative impacts analyses for permit applications in affected areas and emphasizes public engagement in decision-making processes. Overall, the bill aims to improve public health, enhance ecosystem health, and support local governments in managing natural resources effectively.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 84.415, 84D.15, 85.055, 86B.005, 86B.415, 97A.473, 97A.474, 97A.475, 97C.087, 103B.101, 103B.103, 103C.501, 103D.605, 103F.505, 103F.511, 103G.2242, 103G.271, 103G.301, 115.03, 115.061, 115A.03, 115A.1415, 115A.49, 115A.51, 115A.54, 115A.565, 115B.17, 115B.171, 115B.52, 116.06, 116.07, 168.1295
1st Engrossment: 35.155, 35.156, 84.415, 86B.313, 97A.465, 97A.475, 97C.605, 97C.611, 103B.101, 103B.103, 103C.501, 103D.605, 103F.505, 103F.511, 115.01, 115.03, 115A.1415, 115A.49, 115A.51, 115A.54, 115A.565, 116.07, 171.07, 297A.94, 325F.072, 84.66
1st Engrossment: 35.155, 35.156, 84.415, 86B.313, 97A.465, 97A.475, 97C.605, 97C.611, 103B.101, 103B.103, 103C.501, 103D.605, 103F.505, 103F.511, 115.01, 115.03, 115A.1415, 115A.49, 115A.51, 115A.54, 115A.565, 116.07, 171.07, 297A.94, 325F.072, 84.66