Committee declines to re‑refer $500,000 economic‑impact study of 'Operation Metro Surge' HF3480, which would commission a $500,000 independent statewide economic‑impact study of Operation Metro Surge, drew testimony from a Wilmer restaurant owner (read by Laura Santiago) and a Minneapolis impact assessment. Members disputed scope, methodology, and cost; a roll call to re‑refer the bill failed 6–7.

A proposed $500,000 study on the economic impact of Operation Metro Surge sparks heated debate as local businesses face significant losses and community members demand clarity on methodology and costs.

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