This Minnesota House bill requires municipal approval for the development of transit guideways (excluding light rail transit) before proceeding with federal funding requests. Key provisions include:

1. Public Hearing on Preliminary Design Plans: Before finalizing design plans, a public hearing must be held by the Metropolitan Council to gather input.

2. Local Government Review & Approval: Cities, counties, and towns along the proposed route must review and approve or disapprove the preliminary design plans within 45 days. Disapproving municipalities must outline specific amendments that could lead to approval.

3. Second Hearing if Disapproved: If any local government disapproves, the council must hold a second hearing to consider objections and potentially amend the plans.

4. Final Design Plans & Further Review: If significant changes occur in the final design plans, municipalities must reapprove the altered components.

5. Revocation of Approval: Municipalities can revoke prior approval of plans at any time before federal funding is secured.

6. Federal Funding Restriction: The council cannot request federal funds for a guideway project until all affected local governments have provided approval.

This bill aims to enhance local control over transit projects by ensuring municipal consent before moving forward with federal funding applications.