HF2223

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of the bill is to extend the availability of certain funds appropriated for the reconstruction of U.S. Highway 8 in Chisago County, Minnesota. This extension is necessary to ensure that the allocated funding remains accessible until the project is completed.

Main Provisions

• Reconstruction Project: The bill focuses on the reconstruction of a section of U.S. Highway 8 from Karmel Avenue in Chisago City to Interstate Highway 35. This includes plans for improving pedestrian and bicycle trails, crossings, and potentially expanding certain segments to four lanes.
• Infrastructure Improvement: The reconstruction may involve constructing or reconstructing frontage and backage roads and realigning local roads to improve access and safety along U.S. Highway 8.
• Funding Details: The project will utilize proceeds from trunk highway bonds specifically for eligible portions of the reconstruction.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

• The bill amends previous legal provisions by extending the bond sale authorization and the appropriation of bond sale proceeds for the Highway 8 project until December 31, 2029. This extension ensures the funds remain available to support the completion of the project without interruption.

Relevant Terms

trunk highway bonds, U.S. Highway 8, Chisago County, road reconstruction, infrastructure improvement, bicycle and pedestrian trails, frontage roads, bond sale authorization.