The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 16A.86, subdivision 3a, to modify the information required for capital project grant requests from political subdivisions. It introduces a new requirement for applicants to provide a plan for the maintenance and preservation of the project, which includes considerations for safety, security, maintenance costs, and sustainability. This new provision is inserted as item (7), while the previous item (7) is renumbered to (8), and the former item (8) is renumbered to (9).

Additionally, the bill specifies that the amendments will take effect on January 1, 2027. This change aims to ensure that political subdivisions not only seek funding for capital projects but also demonstrate a commitment to their long-term upkeep and sustainability.

Statutes affected:
2nd Engrossment: 16A.86