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HF 1940

Permissible uses of the remediation fund modified to allow for cost reimbursement for PFAS contamination remediation at emergency response training centers, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Pete Johnson and 2 co-sponsors

HF 1940 expands the Remediation Fund to reimburse PFAS cleanup at emergency response training centers, with appropriated funds to cover eligible remediation costs.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy
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Bill Summary · HF 1940

Summary of HF 1940 (Minnesota)

Overview

HF 1940 modifies the permissible uses of the state Remediation Fund to enable cost reimbursement for PFAS contamination remediation at emergency response training centers. The bill also contemplates a money appropriation to support these costs. It is in its introductory stage, having had its first reading and referral to the Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy committee on March 5, 2025. A companion bill exists in the Senate, SF 2044.

What the bill would do

  • Change the authorized uses of the Remediation Fund to include cost reimbursement for PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination remediation activities at emergency response training centers.
  • Provide for appropriated funds to support these remediation efforts and reimburse eligible costs incurred by these centers.

Key provisions (as indicated by the bill’s title and summary)

  • Permissible uses of the Remediation Fund would be expanded specifically to cover PFAS remediation costs at emergency response training facilities.
  • The bill would authorize (and likely specify) funding to reimburse these costs, with funds appropriated to carry out the remediation and reimbursement programs.
  • The scope appears focused on emergency response training centers, rather than broader PFAS remediation across all facilities.

Who or what would be affected

  • Emergency response training centers that may have PFAS contamination remediation costs would potentially be eligible for reimbursement from the Remediation Fund.
  • State agencies administering the Remediation Fund and overseeing PFAS remediation programs would implement the changes.
  • Entities responsible for or owning/operating emergency response training centers could benefit from potential financial reimbursement for remediation expenses.

Financial and fiscal implications

  • The bill signals an official appropriation to support PFAS remediation cost reimbursement, impacting state finances by allocating funds to reimburse eligible remediation costs.
  • The exact funding amount, eligibility criteria, timing, and reimbursement processes would be detailed in the bill text and any accompanying fiscal notes if/when developed.

Legislative status and next steps

  • Status: Introduction and first reading; referred to Environment and Natural Resources Finance and Policy.
  • Next steps typically include committee hearings, potential amendments, and floor votes in the House. If advanced, a companion Senate bill (SF 2044) would move through its respective committee and floor process.

Related bill

  • SF 2044 (companion bill in the Senate)

Note: Specific eligibility criteria, reimbursement caps, deadlines, and reporting requirements would be defined in the full bill text and any fiscal notes released during committee review.

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

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