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SF2313 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Municipal consent requirement for the installation of J-turns

AI Generated Summary

This bill proposes changes to Minnesota transportation laws regarding the installation of J-turn intersections. The key provisions of the bill include:

  1. Definition of J-turns: The bill formally defines a J-turn as an intersection design that eliminates direct left turns and through movements from minor cross streets. Instead, vehicles from the minor road must first turn right, then make a U-turn at a designated location to continue in their intended direction.

  2. Municipal Consent Requirement: The bill mandates that municipal governments must provide consent before any J-turn can be installed within their jurisdiction. This alters the current process by requiring local government approval for such highway adjustments.

  3. Projects Requiring Review: The bill specifies that projects involving J-turn installation will be subject to the same review processes as other highway modifications that affect traffic capacity, access, or require land acquisition.

  4. Exclusion from Safety Measures: The bill explicitly states that J-turns are not classified as traffic safety measures, distinguishing them from other traffic control devices or safety-related installations that the state transportation commissioner has the authority to implement without municipal approval.

Overall, the bill seeks to give local municipalities more control over J-turn installations by requiring their consent before implementation.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 10, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 10, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toTransportation

Citations

 
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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Explicit mention of Jturns in project review requirements."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill modifies requirements for reviewing certain transportation projects under section 161.163.",
      "modified": [
        ""
      ]
    },
    "citation": "161.163",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This legislation clarifies traffic safety measures under section 161.163.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies that Jturns are not considered safety measures."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "161.163",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  }
]

Progress through the legislative process

17%
In Committee

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