Purpose of the Bill

The bill is designed to provide funding for the replacement of the Robert Street viaduct in St. Paul, Minnesota, if federal funding through a specific grant is rescinded.

Main Provisions

• The bill sets aside state funding specifically for the reconstruction of the Robert Street viaduct and associated projects if a specific federal grant is withdrawn.
• These projects include upgrading pedestrian crossings, sidewalks, trails, transit access, lighting, and adding community-desired amenities in the area stretching from Page Street to Cesar Chavez Street.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• If the $25,000,000 federal grant, known as the RAISE grant awarded by the USDOT, is rescinded, the state will appropriate funds to cover the cost of the project.
• Two separate funding appropriations are outlined:
  • Trunk Highway Fund: $21,200,000 for parts of the project eligible under this fund.
  • General Fund: $3,800,000 for project portions not eligible for trunk highway funds.
• These appropriations are one-time and will remain available until the project's completion.

Relevant Terms

Robert Street viaduct, RAISE grant, USDOT, trunk highway fund, general fund, St. Paul, Minnesota, federal funding, pedestrian crossings, transit access.