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HF 1583

St. Cloud; CentraCare capital improvements funding provided, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bernie Perryman

The bill authorizes state funding for CentraCare capital improvements in St. Cloud, covering construction, renovation, and related facility needs.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Capital Investment
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Bill Summary · HF 1583

Summary of HF 1583 (2025-2026) – Minnesota

Title

St. Cloud; CentraCare capital improvements funding provided, and money appropriated.

Primary purpose

HF 1583 provides state funding for capital improvements related to CentraCare in St. Cloud, Minnesota. The bill designates appropriations to support construction or renovation projects and related facilities needs, aiming to advance CentraCare’s capital infrastructure in the St. Cloud area.

Key provisions and changes

  • Funding authorization for capital improvements: The bill specifies state dollars to be used for capital projects associated with CentraCare in St. Cloud. This typically includes construction, renovation, equipment installation, and related costs necessary to complete or upgrade facilities.
  • Appropriations mechanism: The bill sets forth the amount(s) to be appropriated, the source of funds (e.g., state capital investment funds), and any conditions tied to the distribution and use of the funds.
  • Project scope and eligibility: The bill delineates eligible projects under the CentraCare umbrella in St. Cloud, potentially including hospital campus facilities, outpatient clinics, or supporting infrastructure. It may outline project milestones, timelines, or matching requirements (if any) and any reporting or oversight requirements.
  • Administration and oversight: Provisions may establish governance and reporting expectations to ensure funds are used for the intended capital improvements, including any reporting to the Capital Investment committee or related state bodies.

Note: The bill’s text would provide exact dollar amounts, project descriptions, and specific conditions. The summary above reflects common structure for capital investment bills and the stated title.

Affected entities and stakeholders

  • CentraCare Health System (St. Cloud region): Primary beneficiary of the capital funding for facility improvements.
  • State government and agencies: Minnesota Legislature, Department of Management and Budget, and relevant administrative committees (e.g., Capital Investment) for appropriation administration, oversight, and compliance.
  • Local community in St. Cloud: Indirect beneficiaries through improved healthcare facilities, potential economic effects from construction activity, and enhanced hospital services.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction and referral: HF 1583 was introduced and referred to the Capital Investment committee on 2025-02-26.
  • Committee process (typical): As a capital investment bill, it would pass through the Capital Investment committee, potentially with hearings, amendments, and a committee vote before reaching the House floor.
  • Subsequent steps (pending): If advanced, the bill would require approval by the full House, and subsequently move to the Senate for consideration, with potential conference committee resolution if there are differences.

Considerations for readers

  • The summary does not include specific dollar amounts or project details; those are contained in the bill’s text and any accompanying fiscal notes.
  • The bill’s success depends on passage through the Legislature and any budget negotiations, as well as compliance with state capital investment procedures and reporting requirements.

If you’d like, I can extract exact dollar figures, project descriptions, and any anticipated impact assessments from the bill’s text and fiscal note once available.

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

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