SF2008 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Public water and sewer systems instillation of water and sewer pipelines in public road rights-of-way authorization provision
Related bill: HF1665
AI Generated Summary
This bill (S.F. No. 2008) proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 222.37, subdivision 1, to allow public water and sewer systems to install pipelines and related infrastructure within public road rights-of-way. Specifically, it adds public water districts, sewer districts, and combination water and sewer districts to the list of entities permitted to use public roads for constructing, operating, and maintaining utility lines. These systems would be subject to existing regulations and notification requirements governing other utilities, ensuring they do not interfere with road safety and convenience.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| February 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Referred to | Transportation |
| February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Transportation |
Citations
[
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Allows public water and sewer systems to install pipelines in public road right-of-ways."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill modifies the rights and requirements for entities using public road rights-of-way under section 222.37, subdivision 1.",
"modified": [
"Specifies notification and permitting requirements for entities using public road rights-of-way."
]
},
"citation": "222.37",
"subdivision": "subdivision 1"
}
]