Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to provide funding for the "Slow the Spread" program, which is aimed at managing and controlling the populations of spongy moths in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $954,000 for each of the fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
• This funding is sourced from the environment and natural resources trust fund.
• The commissioner of agriculture is responsible for using these funds specifically for the activities related to monitoring, controlling, and treating spongy moth populations.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a dedicated financial allocation for the "Slow the Spread" program, emphasizing proactive management and control of the spongy moth, a pest that affects agricultural and forestry sectors.

Relevant Terms

• "Spongy moth"
• "Slow the Spread program"
• "Environment and natural resources trust fund"
• "Agriculture"
• "Pest management"