HF1073

House File No. 1073 is a legislative bill put forward in the Minnesota House of Representatives. The primary focus of the bill is to manage how abandoned pipelines are handled in the state. Key points include:

1. Disposition of Abandoned Pipelines: The bill addresses procedures and requirements for dealing with pipelines that are no longer in use.

2. Requirement for a Pipeline Abandonment Plan: It mandates that a comprehensive plan must be submitted for the abandonment of pipelines to ensure safety and environmental standards are met.

3. Amendment to Minnesota Statutes: The bill will amend Section 216G.02 of the Minnesota Statutes of 2024 by adding new subdivisions that detail additional regulations or definitions under the law.

• Specifically, a new subdivision defines the "Commissioner" as the commissioner of public safety, indicating a role in overseeing the implementation or compliance with this abandonment plan.

This measure has been referred to the Committee on Transportation Finance and Policy for further deliberation. This is a procedural step necessary for the bill’s advancement and potential enactment.