HF1023

House File No. 1023, authored by Representative Koegel, concerns transportation funding in Minnesota. It proposes to allocate money from the state's general fund to match federal funding provided by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Specifically, the bill appropriates $153,000,000 for fiscal year 2025 to the Minnesota Commissioner of Transportation. This funding is intended to be used for programs that qualify for federal discretionary match funding under the IIJA.

Key points of the bill include: - The appropriation of $153,000,000 in fiscal year 2025. - The funds are designated for IIJA discretionary program match funding. - The appropriation is governed by specific requirements detailed in the legislation passed in 2023 (Laws 2023, chapter 68, article 4, section 111). - This is a one-time appropriation and will be available until June 30, 2029.

Overall, this bill is aimed at leveraging state funds to maximize federal funding opportunities under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, enhancing Minnesota's transportation infrastructure.