ST. PAUL – Governor Mark Dayton today released the following statement after the Minnesota Senate passed buffer legislation by a vote of 61-0.
“I thank Senator Rod Skoe for his leadership on this bill, which will clarify the buffer law passed by the Legislature last year. It provides greater certainty for landowners and gives local officials better tools for proper enforcement.
“More and more citizens and communities throughout Minnesota are being threatened by water that is unsafe for their drinking, washing, and recreation. These water quality problems must be addressed by all of us recognizing our shared need for safe and clean water, and our by shared willingness to protect this priceless resource.
"I again thank Senator Skoe for his excellent work on this important issue, and I look forward to signing the bill.”
