Legislative Updates

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Legislative Updates

This election season, join us to support the lottery-backed environment fund

August 8, 2024

Thousands of environmental projects throughout Minnesota depend on our vote this fall. As we approach the 2024 general election, here's how you can support this critical fund as an organization or individual. Read more

Protecting the Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund

August 1, 2024

Protecting and extending one of Minnesota's bedrock environmental funding sources is a top priority for FMR. Read more

A blue and golden sky as the sun sets over the Mississippi River in Minneiska, Minnesota.

MDA unveils latest recipients of clean-water crops grants

June 13, 2024

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.

A win for clean drinking water: Petition propels action on nitrate contamination in SE MN

June 13, 2024

These collective investments are a laudable first step, but there's more to be done to address the root cause of nitrate pollution in the state. Read more

A hand holds a mason jar filled to the top with clear, clean water. A field of Kernza perennial grain is in the background.

How FMR's priorities for the Mississippi River fared this session

May 22, 2024

We found success by looking for opportunities to move things forward in ways we maybe hadn’t considered from the outset. Read more

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For the 2nd straight year, a major victory for the Clean Water Fund

May 21, 2024

Ongoing efforts to address Minnesota’s most pressing water quality challenges and opportunities. Read more

A couple of paddlers in a canoe on the Mississippi River, seen from high above. The shore is lined with golden and red trees.

As session ends, new pathway opens for clean-water crops

May 20, 2024

We’ll be advocating for critical investments in clean-water crops such as Kernza, as well as more support for the local businesses nurturing their use. Read more