SF217 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Small cities assistance account appropriation
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
Explain the intent of the bill: to provide a one-time, substantial funding boost from the state general fund to support the Small Cities Assistance Account, a transportation-related fund managed under state law.
Main Provisions
- A one-time appropriation of $25,000,000 from the general fund in fiscal year 2026.
- The money is directed to the commissioner of transportation for deposit into the Small Cities Assistance Account, which is governed by Minnesota Statutes section 162.145, subdivision 2.
- All funds deposited under this paragraph must be allocated and distributed consistent with Minnesota Statutes section 162.145, and this distribution is to occur in the July 2025 payment.
Significance / Changes to Existing Law
- Creates a one-time increase in available funds for the Small Cities Assistance Account, funded from the general fund.
- Reinforces that the distribution of these funds will follow the existing statutory framework (Minnesota Statutes section 162.145), ensuring a statutory process governs how the money is allocated to eligible recipients.
- The timing indicates a fiscal year 2026 appropriation, with actual distribution set to occur in the July 2025 payment, establishing a concrete schedule tied to the statute.
Practical Impact
- Provides a substantial, temporary infusion of money to support small cities’ transportation-related needs.
- Ensures distribution will be handled through the established Small Cities Assistance Account mechanism, following existing rules for allocation.
Optional Implementation Notes
- Agencies and localities should anticipate the July 2025 payment schedule for receiving funds.
- Eligible uses and recipient criteria will be determined by the underlying Minnesota Statutes §162.145, so stakeholders should review that statute for specifics on eligible projects and distribution formulas.
Relevant Terms - small cities assistance account - general fund - commissioner of transportation - Minnesota Statutes section 162.145, subdivision 2 - one-time appropriation - fiscal year 2026 - July 2025 payment
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 16, 2025 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| January 16, 2025 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Transportation |
Citations
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"added": [
"Onetime appropriation of $25,000,000 in FY2026 from the general fund to the Small Cities Assistance Account, to be allocated and distributed under Minn. Stat. § 162.145 (subd. 2)."
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"summary": "This bill authorizes a one-time appropriation of $25,000,000 in fiscal year 2026 from the general fund to the commissioner of transportation for deposit into the Small Cities Assistance Account, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 162.145, subdivision 2.",
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"No modification to Minn. Stat. § 162.145 is effected; the bill cites the statute as authority for the appropriation."
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee