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SF 2036

City of Litchfield Ness Church appropriation

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Andrew Lang

Authorizes targeted state funds to City of Litchfield for Ness Church preservation, restoration, and maintenance, boosting historic-site work and local heritage access.

Referred to Environment, Climate, and Legacy
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Bill Summary · SF 2036

Summary: SF 2036 — City of Litchfield Ness Church appropriation

Overview

SF 2036 is a Minnesota Senate bill introduced on March 3, 2025, that proposes a targeted state appropriation to the City of Litchfield for Ness Church, a historic site. The bill falls under the subject area of Cities and Towns-Specific, Historic Sites and Historical Societies and is currently referred to the Environment, Climate, and Legacy committee. A companion House file exists: HF 1460.

Purpose and intent

  • Authorize a targeted state appropriation to support Ness Church in Litchfield, a historic site.
  • The bill intends to facilitate preservation-related activities for Ness Church and aligns with state interests in maintaining historic sites and supporting local heritage organizations.

Key provisions (as indicated by the bill's description)

  • Targeted appropriation to the City of Litchfield specifically for Ness Church (historic site).
  • The bill would designate permissible uses of the funds and any associated requirements through its text (e.g., purposes such as preservation, restoration, maintenance, or related activities). The exact authorized uses, grant terms, reporting requirements, and any conditions would be defined in the bill’s language and accompanying fiscal notes.
  • Administrative framework and oversight would likely be specified (e.g., reporting to a state entity or compliance with state procurement/grant standards). The precise provisions will be in the enacted text.

Affected parties

  • Primary beneficiary: City of Litchfield, for Ness Church.
  • Local stakeholders connected to Ness Church, including preservation groups, residents, and visitors who engage with the historic site.
  • State and local government units involved in historic preservation oversight.

Procedural status and timeline

  • Introduced: March 3, 2025.
  • First reading: March 3, 2025.
  • Referred to: Environment, Climate, and Legacy committee.
  • Companion bill: HF 1460 (House of Representatives) likely pursuing parallel or identical language.

Potential impact

  • Provides dedicated funding to support preservation and related activities at Ness Church, potentially aiding restoration, maintenance, and public access.
  • May influence local tourism, education, and community heritage initiatives tied to Litchfield’s historic assets.
  • The exact fiscal impact, grant structure, and reporting obligations will depend on the final bill text and any accompanying fiscal note.

Next steps

  • Watch for committee hearings and potential amendments in the Environment, Climate, and Legacy committee.
  • Compare SF 2036 with its companion HF 1460 for aligned language and provisions.
  • If advanced, the bill would move through additional legislative steps before potential enactment.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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