This bill amends existing legislation to extend the appropriation and bond sale authorization for the reconstruction of U.S. Highway 8 in Chisago County. Specifically, it modifies Laws 2020, Fifth Special Session chapter 3, article 1, section 16, subdivision 34, to provide a grant to Chisago County for the predesign, design, engineering, and construction of the highway project, which includes the potential expansion to four lanes and the construction of pedestrian and bike trails.

The bill introduces a significant change by stating that the bond sale authorization and appropriation of bond proceeds for this project will now be available until December 31, 2029, replacing the previous provision that the appropriation was available until the project was completed or abandoned. Additionally, it directs that funds planned by the Department of Transportation for resurfacing U.S. Highway 8 will be redirected to support the reconstruction efforts, thereby enhancing the financial resources allocated for this infrastructure project.