This bill modifies the efficiency requirements for the Minnesota Department of Transportation by amending sections of the Minnesota Statutes. Specifically, it establishes a "corridors of commerce" program aimed at enhancing trunk highway construction, reconstruction, and maintenance operations to improve commerce within the state. The bill allows the commissioner to utilize funds from specific appropriations, including reallocated efficiency savings from section 174.53, paragraph (b), and outlines a cost participation policy for local governments. Additionally, it permits the commissioner to allocate up to 17 percent of any appropriation for program delivery and project selection processes. Furthermore, the bill revises the existing efficiency savings requirements, mandating that the savings must be used under the corridors of commerce program rather than simply being noted. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025, applying to funds reallocated on or after that date. This legislative update aims to streamline funding and enhance the efficiency of transportation projects in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 161.088, 174.53