This bill establishes an intelligent speed assistance program in Minnesota aimed at improving road safety through new restrictions and penalties for speeding violations. It amends various sections of Minnesota Statutes, including extending the revocation period for certain speeding offenses and creating a speed-controlled license restriction for individuals whose licenses have been revoked due to qualifying speed violations. A new definition for "qualifying speed violation" is introduced, which includes driving 30 miles per hour or more over the posted speed limit or accumulating three or more speed violations within a 12-month period. The bill mandates the use of intelligent speed assistance devices for program participants, requiring the commissioner to set performance standards and ensuring affordability for indigent participants.

Additionally, the bill outlines penalties for program violations, including a tiered penalty system for repeat offenses and the ability for the commissioner to terminate participation for public safety reasons. It specifies that participants may drive employer-owned vehicles not equipped with a device with written consent from their employer. The legislation also addresses penalties for tampering with devices, clarifies the venue for prosecuting violations, and mandates the commissioner to adopt necessary rules for program implementation. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2027, and includes an appropriation for the program in fiscal year 2027.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 169.14, 609.21, 171.17