The bill amends the existing transportation funding provisions in Minnesota, specifically focusing on passenger rail appropriations as outlined in Laws 2023, chapter 68, article 1, section 2, subdivision 2. It includes a one-time appropriation of $194,700,000 for the Minneapolis-Duluth Northern Lights Express intercity passenger rail project, which covers various costs such as preliminary engineering, design, environmental analysis, and construction. Additionally, the bill stipulates that if federal funds for the project's final design and construction are not granted by June 30, 2028, any remaining funds will be redirected to the corridors of commerce program, available until June 30, 2032.

Furthermore, the bill provides for a match to federal aid for expanded Amtrak train service between Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Chicago, with appropriations of $1,833,000 in fiscal year 2024 and $3,238,000 in fiscal year 2025. It also includes provisions for the commissioner of transportation to limit additional stops or stations if they would negatively impact ridership. The bill emphasizes the importance of these appropriations for enhancing transportation infrastructure and services in Minnesota, ensuring that funds are allocated effectively for both current and future transportation needs.