This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 466.01, subdivision 1, to expand the definition of "municipality" to include certain water and sewer systems formed under chapter 116A. This change recognizes these districts as municipalities for the purposes of tort liability, thereby allowing them to be subject to the same legal standards as other municipalities. Additionally, the bill sets a maximum tort liability for these water and sewer districts, which aims to provide clarity and limit potential financial exposure for these entities.

Furthermore, the bill includes an effective date of August 1, 2025, indicating that the new definitions and liability limits will apply to causes of action that accrue on or after this date. This provision ensures that the changes will not retroactively affect any existing legal claims or liabilities prior to the effective date.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 466.01