The bill establishes a Drinking Water Contaminate Mitigation Program aimed at providing financial assistance for the installation of water treatment systems in residential buildings located in areas affected by high levels of manganese in drinking water. The program, overseen by the commissioner of the Pollution Control Agency, will offer rebates of up to $1,400 to licensed contractors who install eligible water treatment systems that comply with the Minnesota Plumbing Code. To qualify for the rebate, the contractor must certify that the property owner or lessee has a household income of $95,000 or less and that the residential building is situated within an impacted area as defined by the commissioner.

Additionally, the bill appropriates funds from the general fund for the program, specifying that a certain amount will be allocated in fiscal year 2026 to support the issuance of these rebates. This appropriation is a one-time allocation and will remain available until June 30, 2028. The bill outlines the necessary steps for rebate applications, including requirements for contractor certification and the involvement of property owners or lessees in the application process.