This bill appropriates $500,000 from the General Fund for the fiscal year 2025-26 to the Department of Natural Resources specifically for Program 334. The funds are designated for issuing grants to natural resources districts that have more than 250 watershed structures, aimed at supporting projects related to the operation, maintenance, or repair of these structures. To qualify for grant funding, the total cost of a project must exceed $30,000 per structure. Additionally, the bill includes a provision that allocates $500,000 of the General Funds for state aid, which is strictly to be used for the aforementioned purpose.

The bill also declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval. This urgency underscores the importance of the funding for the maintenance and repair of watershed structures, which are critical for managing natural resources effectively.