Brainerd; energy efficiency projects funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

This bill authorizes the state to issue up to $7.5 million in bonds to fund energy efficiency upgrades for Brainerd Public Utilities. The appropriated funds are designated for capital improvements such as upgrading or replacing turbine generators and modifying existing structures to support new equipment. The commissioner of commerce will distribute these funds as grants directly to the utility company, and the legislation takes effect immediately upon final passage.