The bill establishes a Time-Based Water Softener Replacement Program in Minnesota, aimed at replacing time-based ion exchange water softeners with more efficient demand-based models. It defines key terms such as "contractor," "eligible replacement," and "rebate," specifying that eligible replacements must be installed by licensed contractors between July 1, 2025, and June 30, 2027. The program will provide a rebate of $200 to property owners or lessees who make these replacements, with specific requirements for rebate applications, including details about the equipment and its installation.

Additionally, the bill appropriates funds from the general fund to the commissioner of the Pollution Control Agency for the purpose of issuing these rebates. The appropriation is designated for fiscal year 2026 and is a one-time allocation available until June 30, 2028. This initiative aims to promote water conservation and improve the efficiency of water softening systems in both residential and commercial buildings.