The bill authorizes capital investment spending for the acquisition and improvement of public land and buildings, as well as other capital projects, under specific conditions. It establishes new programs and modifies existing ones, including the authorization of up to $790 million in state bonds to finance these initiatives. Key provisions include appropriations for various projects such as educational institution improvements, state parks, and infrastructure upgrades, while ensuring that funds are used in accordance with the Minnesota Constitution. Notably, the bill introduces a statewide drinking water contamination mitigation program and reduces the matching requirement for grants related to early childhood facilities from 50% to 25%.

Additionally, the bill outlines procedures for the design and construction of facilities related to audio and video broadcast services for state buildings, allowing for a design-build delivery method and self-performance of trade work by the selected design-builder. It also introduces new provisions for the issuance of lease revenue bonds and repeals certain sections of Minnesota Statutes, effective retroactively from June 2, 2023. The bill appropriates $3 million from the general fund for the predesign and design of authorized facilities and establishes guidelines for managing funds for future repairs, with an effective date set for the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 16A.501, 16B.97, 16B.98, 116.182, 142A.46, 446A.07, 446A.072, 446A.073, 446A.081, 16A.662, 116J.417