Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF110

Introduced

1/10/23

Refer

1/10/23

Caption

State road construction appropriation modification

Impact

The bill introduces a significant financial allocation towards the construction and maintenance of trunk highways. It stipulates a total appropriation base of $974,282,000 for the fiscal years 2024 and 2025, which anticipates addressing critical infrastructure needs. Moreover, by providing funds for both program delivery and research, the bill serves as a catalyst for economic activity related to transportation enhancements but also establishes accountability measures for federal aid adjustments.

Summary

SF110 is a bill concerning modifications to transportation finance in Minnesota, specifically related to state road construction appropriations. The bill aims to amend the existing budget allocations for state road projects as outlined in previous legislation from 2021. It emphasizes improved planning, delivery, and safety for transportation infrastructure, reflecting the state's commitment to enhancing its road systems and associated facilities. The projected allocations include funds for liquid de icing chemicals and various grants for transportation studies and improvements in underdeveloped areas.

Contention

During discussions surrounding SF110, potential points of contention have emerged regarding the appropriateness of the funding allocations and the prioritization of projects. Stakeholders in the community expressed a range of views, from support for necessary infrastructure improvements to concerns about the equitable distribution of funding, particularly in less populated or economically disadvantaged regions. The inclusion of funds for job training initiatives related to highway construction has also been debated, as some argue for a need to link these programs more tightly with workforce development strategies.

Latest MN SF110 Activity

View All Events: MN 2023-2024 Regular Session SF110

Companion Bills

MN HF301

Similar To State road construction appropriation modified.

Previously Filed As

MN SF678

State roads construction bond issuance and appropriation

MN SF5005

Capital improvement appropriations provisions, new programs establishment and existing programs modifications, prior appropriations modifications, and bond issuance authorization

MN SF3279

Requirements modification related to construction impacts on businesses

MN SF4132

Eveleth Progress Parkway construction project prior appropriation modification

MN SB0220

Construction Modifications

MN SF288

Passenger rail appropriation modifications

MN SF4163

Transportation greenhouse gas emissions impact assessment provisions repealer and prior appropriation modifications

MN SF2448

Regional library systems appropriation and prior appropriations modifications

MN SB3076

Appropriation; Transportation, Department of - State Aid Road Construction, Office of.

MN SB2017

Appropriation; Transportation, Department of - State Aid Road Construction, Office of.

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MD SB282

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MD HB390

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MD HB0390

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2027)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

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PA SB160

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