The bill focuses on enhancing transportation funding and policies in Minnesota, with significant appropriations for various projects and programs aimed at improving infrastructure, safety, and support for small communities. Key provisions include $650 million for the John A. Blatnik Bridge, $5 million for a long-term pavement performance program, and funding for climate-related initiatives and traffic safety improvements. The bill modifies existing policies related to drivers' licenses, traffic regulations, and transportation finance, while also establishing new appropriations for electric vehicle infrastructure and a rebate program for electric-assisted bicycles. Additionally, it introduces a Local Business Construction Impacts Assistance Program to support businesses affected by transportation projects.

The legislation also emphasizes transparency and accountability in the management of transportation funds, requiring reports on appropriations and establishing a Driver and Vehicle Systems Oversight Committee to oversee the implementation of the Vehicle Title and Registration System. It includes provisions for enhanced safety measures, such as new speed limits, work zone safety education, and updated regulations for impaired driving incidents. The bill aims to ensure that transportation projects consider the needs of all users, including non-motorized transportation, while promoting fiscal responsibility and effective communication with affected communities. Overall, the bill seeks to improve transportation infrastructure and safety across Minnesota while supporting small businesses and enhancing community engagement.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 168.27, 168.33, 168A.10, 169.14, 169.686, 171.05, 171.06, 171.061, 171.306, 174.02, 174.38, 299A.01, 360.511, 360.531, 360.55, 360.653, 473.408, 473.4465
1st Engrossment: 4.076, 161.115, 161.178, 162.16, 168.002, 168.013, 168.091, 168.1287, 168.27, 168.33, 168A.11, 168E.01, 168E.05, 169.011, 169.06, 169.09, 169.14, 169.686, 169.865, 171.01, 171.05, 171.06, 171.0605, 171.061, 171.13, 171.17, 609.21, 174.02, 174.03, 174.07, 174.38, 174.49, 174.56, 174.634, 289A.51, 297A.993, 299A.01, 360.511, 360.55, 398A.04, 473.13, 473.39, 473.408, 473.4465, 169A.55, 171.2405, 171.301, 171.306
2nd Engrossment: 4.076, 161.115, 161.178, 162.16, 168.002, 168.013, 168.091, 168.1287, 168.27, 168.33, 168A.11, 168E.01, 168E.05, 169.011, 169.06, 169.09, 169.14, 169.686, 169.865, 171.01, 171.05, 171.06, 171.0605, 171.061, 171.13, 171.17, 609.21, 174.02, 174.03, 174.07, 174.38, 174.49, 174.56, 174.634, 289A.51, 297A.993, 299A.01, 360.511, 360.55, 398A.04, 473.13, 473.39, 473.408, 473.4465, 169A.55, 171.2405, 171.301, 171.306
3rd Engrossment: 4.076, 161.115, 161.178, 162.16, 168.002, 168.013, 168.091, 168.1287, 168.27, 168.33, 168A.11, 168E.01, 168E.05, 169.011, 169.06, 169.09, 169.14, 169.686, 169.865, 171.01, 171.05, 171.06, 171.0605, 171.061, 171.13, 171.17, 609.21, 174.02, 174.03, 174.07, 174.38, 174.49, 174.56, 174.634, 289A.51, 297A.993, 299A.01, 360.511, 360.55, 398A.04, 473.13, 473.39, 473.408, 473.4465, 169A.55, 171.2405, 171.301, 171.306
1st Unofficial Engrossment: 473.452, 4.076, 13.6905, 16A.88, 84.92, 160.165, 161.045, 161.088, 161.115, 161.14, 162.02, 162.09, 162.155, 168.013, 168.091, 168.27, 168.33, 168A.10, 168A.11, 169.011, 169.06, 169.14, 169.21, 169.444, 169A.55, 171.01, 171.05, 171.0605, 171.061, 171.0701, 171.0705, 171.071, 171.13, 171.17, 609.21, 171.2405, 171.301, 171.306, 174.03, 174.53, 174.634, 174.75, 289A.51, 297A.94, 299A.55, 360.511, 360.55, 473.129, 473.13, 473.142, 473.1425, 473.386, 473.408, 473.412, 473.4465, 169.974