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HF 4982

Funding from the clean water fund provided for a demonstration project to treat landfill leachate for PFAS, chloride, and other contaminants; and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Chris Swedzinski

Minnesota funds a one-time $5.5 million grant to Lyon County via the PCA to build a regional landfill leachate treatment demonstration targeting PFAS and chloride to protect ground

Introduction and first reading, referred to Legacy Finance
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Bill Summary · HF 4982

Summary of HF 4982 (2025-2026) – Minnesota

Purpose

HF 4982 appropriates funds from Minnesota’s Clean Water Fund to support a regional demonstration project at the Lyon County Regional Landfill. The project aims to treat landfill leachate to reduce contamination risk by PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), chloride, and other contaminants, with the goal of protecting groundwater.

Key Provisions

  • Funding Source: Clean Water Fund.
  • Amount and Timing: A one-time appropriation of $5,500,000 in fiscal year 2027.
  • Recipient and Use: The appropriation is directed to the Pollution Control Agency (PCA) for a grant to Lyon County. The funds are designated to support the construction of a regional demonstration project at the Lyon County Regional Landfill.
  • Project Focus: Demonstration project to:
    • Treat landfill leachate to remove or reduce contaminants.
    • Target specific contaminants: PFAS (including perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances) and chloride, along with other potential contaminants.
  • Nature of Funding: This is a one-time appropriation; no ongoing annual budget obligation is stated in the bill text.

Affected Parties

  • Lyon County (recipient of the grant and project implementer).
  • Pollution Control Agency (PCA) (administrates the grant and oversees project compliance and implementation).
  • Potential downstream benefits to groundwater quality for communities and users relying on groundwater near the landfill.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Legislative Status: Introduced and referred to the Committee on Legacy Finance on April 16, 2026.
  • Effective Date: The bill provides for a onetime appropriation in fiscal year 2027, but does not specify a separate effective date beyond that timing.
  • Legislative Next Steps: Likely requires approval by the full Legislature and the Governor to become law, with planning and procurement processes commencing after enactment.

Observations and Context

  • The bill aligns with Minnesota’s emphasis on the Clean Water Fund supporting projects that address water quality and contaminant mitigation.
  • PFAS and chloride are common landfill-related contaminants of concern; a regional demonstration could provide data and best practices for larger-scale treatment.
  • As a “one-time” appropriation, ongoing funding for maintenance, operation, or expansion beyond the demonstration is not provided in this bill.

If you’d like, I can add a brief comparison to similar past demonstrations or outline potential monitoring and reporting expectations that typically accompany demonstration projects of this type.

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

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