RRWMB lays out priorities for 2026 legislative session 

2026 is expected to be a bonding year in the Minnesota Legislature, and entities from all across the state will be seeking funding. Red River Watershed Management Board (RRWMB) Director Rob Sip says they will be one of the many seeking funding through a bonding bill, and he lays out the board’s funding priorities for this year. 

Sip also talked about the potential challenges that may come up during the session. 

As for other items in the upcoming session, Sip says they will also be prioritizing funding for riverwatch, and keeping a close eye on drainage legislation. 

You can listen to the full conversation with RRWMB Director Rob Sip during Friday’s Kaleidoscope Program , which will air at 9:00 AM on KRJB 106.5 FM.