MN SF5180

Acceptance of best evidence requirement to determine subsurface sewage treatment system compliance

Introduced Senate Karin Housley (R)
Plain English Summary

Minnesota Senate Bill 5180, introduced on April 20, 2026, requires that the best available evidence be used to determine compliance with subsurface sewage treatment systems. This bill aims to ensure that assessments of these systems are based on the most accurate and current information available. The bill was referred to the Environment, Climate, and Legacy Committee but has not progressed further. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MN/drafts/SF5180/2025?utm_source=openai))

At a Glance

MN SF5180 is a senate bill in the Minnesota 94th Legislature 2025-2026, sponsored by Karin Housley (R), currently “Introduced” since April 20, 2026.

We track 10,590 Minnesota bills this session, 75 of them sponsored by Karin Housley.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Minnesota Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.

Frequently Asked Questions
What does MN SF5180 do?

Minnesota Senate Bill 5180, introduced on April 20, 2026, requires that the best available evidence be used to determine compliance with subsurface sewage treatment systems. This bill aims to ensure that assessments of these systems are based on the most accurate and current information available. The bill was referred to the Environment, Climate, and Legacy Committee but has not progressed…

What is the status of MN SF5180?

MN SF5180 is currently “Introduced” in the Minnesota legislature.

Who sponsored MN SF5180?

Karin Housley (R) sponsored MN SF5180.