Legislative Updates

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Legislative Updates
Diverse new work group sets stage for cleaner transportation in MN
May 23, 2023
A Clean Transportation Standard would be a big victory for the climate and a real boon for the Mississippi River. Read more
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Invasive carp barrier: A strong starting point, but Minnesota needs more — and soon
May 23, 2023
Invasive carp are on the doorstep of Lake Pepin, the St. Croix River watershed, the Minnesota River watershed and other waterways. Legislature funding gets us moving in the right direction on protection. Read more
FMR staff testifies at Legislature on invasive carp + text: "#MNLEG Final Update"
FMR pollinator research and habitat projects receive state funds
May 23, 2023
The Minnesota Legislature passed bills that include five FMR restoration and enhancement projects and our three-year research project on best practices for pollinator habitat management. Read more
Native plants and bee + text "#MNLEG Final Update"
Lawmakers approve $1M to shed light on St. Anthony Falls’ hidden hazard, the cutoff wall
May 23, 2023
We'll soon know a lot more about one of the state's most crucial, but overlooked, pieces of infrastructure: the hidden cutoff wall underneath St. Anthony Falls. Read more
St. Anthony Falls during spring high waters
A win for clean-water crops and a sustainable agricultural economy
May 21, 2023
Clean-water crops saw more support than ever at the Capitol this session. Read more
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Minnesota takes a giant leap toward clean drinking water for all
May 15, 2023
An estimated 100,000-plus lead service lines are still in use in Minnesota. This bill will help replace a significant percentage of them. Read more
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Action Alert: Tell legislators to support FMR's priorities for the river
May 1, 2023
The time is now. Tell lawmakers to take action for the river by supporting FMR's priorities this legislative session. Read more
The Capitol building in St. Paul, set against a cloudy sky. Text says "#MNLEG 2023"

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Celebrate 30 years of FMR!

For our 30th anniversary, our wish is for you to join us in restoring, protecting and enhancing the Mississippi River.

30 ways you can help the river

Upcoming Events

Collect native seed in the rare prairie [FULL]
Tuesday, September 26, 2023 - 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Hastings Sand Coulee SNA, Hastings
An Evening Celebrating the Mississippi River: The River Provides
Thursday, September 28, 2023 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Nicollet Island Pavilion, Minneapolis
Orvis Giveback month & perennial foods tasting night
Giveback Days all Sept. + visit FMR in-store Sept. 14 from 5:30-7 p.m.
Orvis - Miracle Mile, St. Louis Park

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