SF1904 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Electric vehicles authorization to use high-occupancy and dynamic shoulder lanes without a fee
Related bill: HF2858
AI Generated Summary
This bill (Senate File No. 1904) proposes an amendment to Minnesota transportation law to allow all-electric vehicles to use high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) and dynamic shoulder lanes without paying a fee. Key provisions include:
- Amendment to Revenue Allocation: Updates existing fee collection statutes to accommodate the new exemption for electric vehicles.
- Authorization for Electric Vehicles: Allows single-occupant all-electric vehicles to use designated high-occupancy or dynamic shoulder lanes if they display a state-issued decal.
- Decal System Implementation:
- The commissioner of transportation must create a decal system for identifying eligible vehicles.
- Vehicle owners must apply for a decal with a $24 fee.
- Decals are valid for four years and are non-transferable to other vehicles.
- Public Awareness Requirements: The transportation department, in coordination with other state agencies, must promote awareness through:
- Highway signage and digital billboards.
- Website information for public access.
- Notifications to auto dealerships and prospective electric vehicle buyers.
- Information included in vehicle registration renewals and surcharge notices.
The bill aims to incentivize the use of electric vehicles by granting them access to HOV lanes without requiring additional fees.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Past committee meetings
- Transportation on: March 19, 2025 15:00
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 27, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 27, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Transportation |
| March 03, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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"summary": "The bill modifies the use and allocation of revenues from high-occupancy vehicle lane fees under section 160.93, subdivision 2.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies deposit and spending rules for revenues collected from high-occupancy vehicle lane fees, including repayment to other funds and specific allocations for corridor improvements and transit services."
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},
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"summary": "The bill refers to the definition of 'all-electric vehicle' as given in section 169.011, subdivision 1a.",
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},
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"summary": "The bill instructs the commissioner of public safety to provide information related to the surcharge assessed under section 168.013, subdivision 1m.",
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee