HF1708 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Number of state rail safety inspectors increased from six to ten, and technical correction made.
Related bill: SF1171
AI Generated Summary
This bill proposes increasing the number of state rail safety inspectors in Minnesota from six to ten. Additionally, it includes a technical correction to relevant statutes. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, sections 218.041, subdivision 6, and 219.015, subdivision 2, to grant the commissioner investigative powers, such as subpoenaing records, preparing necessary forms, inspecting business documents, and administering the state rail safety inspection program. The bill was introduced by Representative Frederick and referred to the Committee on Transportation Finance and Policy.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 27, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy |
| April 01, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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"summary": "Increases the number of state rail safety inspectors and makes technical corrections under section 218.041.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies investigative powers and responsibilities of the commissioner."
]
},
"citation": "218.041",
"subdivision": "subdivision 6"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Increasing the ceiling for the number of state rail safety inspectors."
],
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"summary": "Increases the number of state rail safety inspectors from six to ten under section 219.015.",
"modified": [
"Adjust duties of the state rail safety inspector program."
]
},
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"subdivision": "subdivision 2"
}
]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee