Reporting requirements for certain environmental reviews modified.
HF 1362 repeals a Minnesota law requiring state environmental agencies to submit biennial reports to the governor and legislative committees about mandatory environmental review categories. The repealed provision (Minnesota Statutes § 116D.04, subd. 5b) mandated agencies to document the historical purpose of each review category, assess overlaps with other permits, and recommend changes. This bill directly affects agencies like the Pollution Control Agency, Department of Natural Resources, and Department of Transportation, which previously had to comply with these reporting requirements. The change eliminates a specific administrative obligation without altering environmental review processes or standards.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 24, 2025
Last action Mar 12, 2025
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Mar 6, 2025
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Feb 24, 2025
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Josh Heintzeman
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