The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 222.37, subdivision 1, to authorize public water and sewer systems to install water and sewer pipelines within public road rights-of-way. The new legal language specifies that any public water district, sewer district, or combination water and sewer district established under chapter 116A is permitted to install water and sewer lines and ancillary infrastructure in accordance with existing regulations governing the use of public roads by various entities.

Additionally, the bill retains the existing provisions that require entities using public roads for construction and maintenance of their infrastructure to comply with reasonable regulations set by local governing bodies. It also maintains the requirement for entities to notify the governing body prior to construction or major repairs, unless a waiver is granted. This amendment aims to facilitate the installation of essential water and sewer infrastructure while ensuring that public safety and travel convenience are not compromised.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 222.37