SF 992 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Wetland replacement rations modification

This bill modifies Minnesota's wetland replacement ratio requirements. It changes the standard 2:1 replacement ratio (two acres restored for each acre drained) to a 1:1 ratio specifically for wetlands on agricultural land or in areas with over 80% agricultural use. This directly affects farmers, developers, and landowners working with wetlands on agricultural properties. The key provision simplifies compliance for agricultural wetland impacts while maintaining stricter requirements for nonagricultural land. The change applies to all wetland replacement plans under Minnesota Statutes sections 103G.222 and 103G.2242.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 6, 2025 Last action Mar 17, 2026
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Feb 6, 2025
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Referred to Environment, Climate, and Legacy
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Feb 6, 2025
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