Legislative Updates

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Legislative Updates
Clean Transportation Standard: Lower emissions for MN’s transportation and ag sectors

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November 10, 2023
To protect the Mississippi River from the worst of climate change, it’s imperative we find a way to significantly cut emissions from transportation and agriculture. Read more
An electric vehicle plugged in and charging. In the background, a person is walking toward the front door of their home.
Changing climate, changing river

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January 10, 2022
How will climate change affect our river, and what can we do about it? Read more
Flooded river at Harriet Island
Safeguarding the Clean Water Fund

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March 24, 2025
It’s the only environmental fund dedicated purely to reducing pollution and protecting clean water statewide. Read more
Three people wearing waders stand in ankle-deep water.
MDA unveils latest recipients of clean-water crops grants

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March 19, 2025
These local businesses and organizations are getting an important financial boost as they work to support clean-water crops. Read more
Gloved hands hold a bag of winter camelina seeds. They are being poured into an unidentifiable, large, green piece of machinery.
Enhanced tax credit could boost most-sustainable aviation fuel options

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March 11, 2025
Winter-hardy oilseeds are our most sustainable near-term option for a lower-carbon jet fuel. Read more
A plane flying against a blue sky. Text says "MNLEG 2025"
'Kernza is one of the solutions': Clean-water crops at the Capitol

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March 3, 2025
We'll be working with our Forever Green Partnership colleagues to advance two bipartisan proposals related to clean-water crops. Read more
A close-up of purple perennial flax flowers. Text says "MNLEG 2025"
FMR urges MPCA to develop long-overdue nitrate standards

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February 13, 2025
How much nitrate in our surface waters is safe for plants and animals? We don't know, because the MPCA still hasn't established standards. Read more
An MPCA staffer in waders reaches down to get a sample from shallow waters.

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Upcoming Events

Join us at the annual river gorge Earth Day cleanup
Saturday, April 19, 2025 - 9:30am to 12:00pm
West River Parkway and 36th Street/44th Street, Minneapolis
Art and Science on the River: Carp Workshop
Saturday, April 19, 2025 - 10:00am to 12:30pm
MWMO, Northeast Minneapolis riverfront
Monitor monarchs with FMR's Pollinator Evaluation Program
Apply now for spring through summer program
Sites in Elk River, Hastings or Inver Grove Heights

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