SF231 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Dedicated funds usage in transportation projects for arts or cultural strategies prohibited
Related bill: HF887
AI Generated Summary
This legislative bill concerns transportation funding in Minnesota. It proposes changes to restrict what the funds from the highway user tax distribution fund and the trunk highway fund can be used for. Specifically, the bill lists various programs and activities—including arts or cultural strategies in transportation projects—where the funds should not be spent. The intent is to prohibit using these transportation funds for expenses such as salaries, services, supplies, repairs, and equipment for the programs and activities specified in the legislation. This is aimed at ensuring that the funds are only used for specific transportation-related purposes and not for other unrelated activities.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 15, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| January 15, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Referred to | Transportation |
| January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Transportation |
Citations
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"summary": "The bill modifies limitations on spending under section 161.045, subdivision 3, particularly excluding the use of dedicated transportation funds for certain arts or cultural strategies.",
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"citation": "161.045",
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"summary": "References existing statute for soft body armor purchase and maintenance under section 299A.38.",
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"summary": "Cites chapter 216D concerning the statewide notification center for excavation services.",
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