This bill amends transportation-related provisions in Minnesota law by repealing the greenhouse gas emissions impact assessment requirements and adjusting funding allocations. Key changes include the modification of Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 174.03, subdivision 1c, which now mandates that the Minnesota state highway investment plan identify performance targets that are unlikely to be met over the next 20 years and propose alternative strategies. The bill also cancels a previous appropriation of $3,000,000 from the trunk highway fund for travel demand modeling and removes several sections related to greenhouse gas emissions assessments.

Additionally, the bill revises the allocation of funds for metropolitan counties under Minnesota Statutes 2025 Supplement, section 174.49, subdivision 6, by specifying funding for active transportation and transportation corridor safety studies while eliminating references to complete streets projects and greenhouse gas emissions offset actions. The appointment process for members of the advisory committee is also updated to emphasize the consideration of technical expertise in relevant fields. The advisory committee will assist the commissioner in implementing section 161.178, focusing on technical reviews and recommendations, while members will serve without compensation. The effective date for these changes is set for the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 174.03