This bill appropriates a total of $10,000,000 from the general fund to the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources for grants aimed at supporting eligible water, wastewater, storm water, and riparian buffer initiative projects. Specifically, $2,000,000 of the funds is designated for water, wastewater, and storm water projects, which must receive approval from the Board of Water and Natural Resources and be included in the state water plan. The remaining $8,000,000 is allocated for statewide riparian buffer initiative projects.
Additionally, the bill outlines that the secretary of the Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources is responsible for approving vouchers, while the state auditor will draw warrants to facilitate the authorized expenditures. It also states that any unspent funds will revert according to established procedures. The bill declares an emergency, indicating its immediate necessity for the support of state government and public institutions, and will take effect upon passage and approval.