HF188 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Placement of automated license plate readers in rights-of-way provided.
Related bill: SF1639
AI Generated Summary
The bill presented proposes amending Minnesota's transport laws to allow the use of automated license plate readers along trunk highway rights-of-way. Essentially, this means certain technologies can be installed next to major highways to read the license plates of passing vehicles. The amendment would enable the state's transportation commissioner to issue permits to local governments for installing these readers, provided specific conditions are met to ensure public safety and the smooth operation of the highways. These changes are intended to utilize the roadside spaces for highway purposes, including traffic management and safety, without constructing permanent buildings except for certain approved advertisement structures.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 09, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy |
Citations
[
{
"analysis": {
"added": [
"Allows for automated license plate readers under certain conditions."
],
"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill modifies the conditions under which the trunk highway rights-of-way can be used, as laid out in section 161.434.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies the purposes for which the right-of-way land can be used and requires federal agency approval if needed."
]
},
"citation": "161.434"
},
{
"analysis": {
"added": [],
"removed": [],
"summary": "The bill references section 13.824 for the definition of 'automated license plate reader'.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "13.824"
}
]