Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF5203

Introduced
4/2/24  

Caption

Accessibility account for accessibility capital improvements on state-owned property created, report required, and money appropriated.

Impact

The implementation of HF5203 is expected to significantly impact state laws by creating a structured funding source aimed at enhancing accessibility on state-owned properties. By allocating $10 million specifically for these purposes, the bill underscores the state's commitment to promoting inclusivity. Additionally, it requires annual reports detailing funded projects and future requests for appropriations, thus fostering transparency in how the funds are utilized.

Summary

House File 5203 establishes an accessibility account within the state bond proceeds fund specifically for capital improvements related to accessibility on state-owned property. The bill mandates that the commissioner of administration oversee this account and provides detailed procedures for how state agencies can apply for funding to cover capital expenditures. Notable provisions include funding removal of architectural barriers and ensuring compliance with state and federal accessibility requirements for individuals with disabilities.

Contention

While the bill is primarily focused on improving accessibility, potential points of contention may arise regarding the effective allocation of funds and prioritization of projects. Critics may argue about the need for oversight to ensure that the appropriations genuinely reflect the community's most pressing accessibility needs. For supporters, the bill is a crucial step toward addressing long-standing accessibility issues within state facilities, fostering a more inclusive environment for disabled individuals.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MN SF2933

Capital improvement appropriations provisions

MN HF5220

Capital investment; spending authorized to acquire and better public land and buildings and for other improvements of a capital nature, new programs established and existing programs modified, prior appropriations modified and canceled, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

MN HF669

Capital investment; spending authorized to acquire and better public land and buildings, new programs established and existing programs modified, prior appropriations modified, bonds issued, conveyance of state bond-financed property authorized, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN HF2485

Capital investment spending authorized, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

MN HF2615

Accessibility for arts and cultural economy capital grant program established, report required, and money appropriated.

MN SF3056

Capital improvement bond issuance and appropriation

MN HF2880

Government operations; spending authorized to acquire and better public land and buildings and for other improvements of capital nature with conditions, new programs established and existing programs modified, prior appropriations modified, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

MN HF2844

Spending to acquire and better public land and buildings and for other improvements of a capital nature with certain conditions authorized, new programs established and existing programs modified, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

MN HF5162

Capital investment; spending authorized to acquire and better land and buildings and for other improvements of a capital nature, programs established and modified, prior appropriations canceled, and money appropriated.

MN HF670

Capital investment; spending authorized to acquire and better land and buildings and for other improvements, programs established and modified, prior appropriations canceled, and money appropriated.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.