The bill appropriates $15,000,000 from the bond proceeds fund to the Metropolitan Council for improvements and acquisitions related to regional recreational open-space lands. This funding is intended for capital improvements and betterments in accordance with the council's policy plan, as outlined in Minnesota Statutes, section 473.147. Notably, the appropriation explicitly states that the funds cannot be used to purchase easements.

To finance this appropriation, the bill authorizes the commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue state bonds up to the amount of $15,000,000. The sale and issuance of these bonds will be conducted in accordance with the relevant Minnesota Statutes and the Minnesota Constitution. The provisions of this bill will take effect the day after it is enacted.