Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF4338

Introduced
2/29/24  

Caption

Stormwater retention and infiltration study appropriation

Impact

If enacted, SF4338 could significantly influence state environmental regulations and water management strategies. It reflects a proactive approach to addressing the challenges posed by urban stormwater management, which is critical in mitigating pollution in natural water bodies. The bill's outcomes may lead to modifications in state policies surrounding urban infrastructure and natural resource management, aiming to enhance ecosystem sustainability while managing urban development.

Summary

Senate File 4338 proposes the appropriation of funds to the Pollution Control Agency for conducting a detailed study on stormwater retention and infiltration in urban areas. This bill is particularly aimed at evaluating how these practices affect groundwater and surface water, including potential contamination from pollutants and their effects on water flow, lake levels, and groundwater recharge. The study's goal is to develop actionable recommendations regarding the conditions under which stormwater retention and infiltration should be encouraged or discouraged, with a final report due by January 15, 2024.

Contention

While the bill has garnered attention for its forward-thinking environmental objectives, there may be notable points of contention regarding the allocation of funds and the overarching implications for local governance. Critics could argue that the state-level focus on stormwater management might limit local authorities’ capability to tailor solutions specific to their municipal needs. Additionally, there could be debates around the appropriateness of investment priorities in environmental studies over immediate infrastructure needs.

Companion Bills

MN HF1391

Similar To Stormwater retention and infiltration study funding provided, report required, and money appropriated.

Previously Filed As

MN HF1391

Stormwater retention and infiltration study funding provided, report required, and money appropriated.

MN HB3514

DNR-STORMWATER RETENTION

MN SF1248

Inflow and infiltration programs appropriation

MN S0024

An act relating to stormwater management

MN SB1221

Relating To Stormwater Management Systems.

MN H0481

An act relating to stormwater management

MN SF4658

Metropolitan cities inflow and infiltration grants bond issue and appropriation

MN SF840

Metropolitan cities inflow and infiltration grants bond issue and appropriation

MN SF3644

Metropolitan cities inflow and infiltration grants bond issue and appropriation

MN SF1447

Clean water and parks and trails fund appropriations

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