Greater Minnesota transit operating assistance funding provided, and money appropriated.

HF 2933 appropriates $7.5 million from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 to provide operating assistance to transit systems in Greater Minnesota (outside the Twin Cities metro area). The funding replaces local contributions when those fall below specified percentages under state law, ensuring transit systems receive necessary operating support. This one-time appropriation is available until June 30, 2027, and must be used as direct operating assistance under Minnesota Statutes §174.24.