Bill would increase funding for soil and water conservation districts

US-based Minnesota House of Representatives has proposed a bill, HF1066, to increase funding for soil and water conservation districts from $12 million to $22 million starting in 2025. This funding aims to help these districts carry out their mission of managing natural resources with private landowners. The initiative was supported by Rep. Liz Reyer and emphasized by Sheila Vanney from the Minnesota Association of Soil and Water Conservation Districts, highlighting projects like lakeshore stabilization and urban rain gardens. This bill underscores a collaborative effort towards sustainable land management and improved water quality in Minnesota.