Legislative Updates

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Legislative Updates
Status check: Where our river priorities stand ahead of a special session

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Which Mississippi River priorities passed before the deadline? And which ones will need to be handled in a special session? Here's where things stand. Read more
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Take action: Tell lawmakers to support funding for healthy waters in the Legacy bill

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The bill includes more than $300 million for restoring Minnesota's rivers, lakes, streams and groundwater. But its future is uncertain. Read more
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How 6 Mississippi River priorities are faring at the Capitol

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We're into the final weeks of the legislative session. Here's the latest on how our priorities for the Mississippi River are faring. Read more
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Take action: Help protect community conservation funding

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More than 77% of Minnesota voters approved this program, which helps ensure smaller organizations and communities can fairly access conservation funding. Read more
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Safeguarding the Clean Water Fund

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It’s the only environmental fund dedicated purely to reducing pollution and protecting clean water statewide. Read more
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MDA unveils latest recipients of clean-water crops grants

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These local businesses and organizations are getting an important financial boost as they work to support clean-water crops. Read more
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Enhanced tax credit could boost most-sustainable aviation fuel options

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Winter-hardy oilseeds are our most sustainable near-term option for a lower-carbon jet fuel. Read more
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