Summary — SF 2458 (2025)
Omnibus Agriculture, Broadband and Rural Development Policy and Appropriations
Purpose and intent
SF 2458 is an omnibus bill combining policy changes and appropriations for agriculture, broadband expansion, and rural development in Minnesota. Its stated purpose is to set program rules, authorize spending, and advance statewide initiatives that support agricultural producers, expand broadband access in rural areas, and promote economic and community development outside metropolitan centers.
Key provisions (overview)
The legislative text for SF 2458 (engrossed versions) is not provided in the summary material. As an omnibus Agriculture/Broadband/Rural Development bill, it typically would include combinations of the following elements. (The list below reflects common components of such omnibus measures and should not be read as the bill’s verbatim content.)
- Policy provisions for the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) — regulatory changes, program authorizations, and administrative provisions.
- Appropriations to MDA and related agencies for programs such as conservation, pest and disease control, research and market development, and disaster/animal disease response.
- Broadband funding and program authorization — grants, loan programs, or incentives to accelerate rural broadband deployment and digital inclusion.
- Rural economic development and community infrastructure funding — workforce development, small business support, housing, and local project grants.
- Provisions affecting veterans in rural areas (bill was referred to Veterans, Broadband & Rural Development committee).
- Technical, reporting, or compliance requirements for recipients of state funds.
Because SF 2458 was substantively replaced under Rule 45 by HF 2446 (see Procedural section), the precise operative language and dollar amounts may now reside in the companion House bill.
Who is affected
- Farmers, agribusinesses, and agricultural stakeholders across Minnesota.
- Rural residents, local governments, and community organizations seeking broadband access and development support.
- State agencies that administer agricultural, broadband, and rural development programs (e.g., MDA).
- Potential recipients of grants, loans, and other appropriations (nonprofits, municipalities, businesses).
Fiscal and appropriations note
The title identifies appropriations are included, but the summary materials do not list specific funding levels, fiscal notes, or account breakdowns. For appropriation amounts and budgetary impacts, consult the bill text or companion HF 2446 and the bill’s fiscal note.
Legislative status and timeline
- Introduced: March 13, 2025; referred to Agriculture, Veterans, Broadband, and Rural Development.
- April 7, 2025: Committee reported “to pass as amended and re-refer to Finance.”
- April 10, 2025: Committee report “to pass as amended”; second reading completed.
- April 28, 2025: Rule 45 amendment substituted the contents of HF 2446 for SF 2458; SF 2458 was indefinitely postponed in the Senate.
Result: The Senate substituted SF 2458 with the companion House omnibus (HF 2446) under Rule 45 and indefinitely postponed SF 2458. Substantive consideration is now connected to HF 2446’s language and progress.
Next steps / how to follow
- Review HF 2446 (the substituted companion) for the operative text, policy details, and fiscal provisions.
- Check the Minnesota Legislature website for full bill text, committee reports, amendments, and the fiscal note.
- Monitor Finance committee action and floor calendars for final appropriation decisions and enactment.
Related bill
- HF 2446 — companion/substitute (see Rule 45 substitution on April 28, 2025).
