HF2795 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Chisago County; intersection improvements funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.
Related bill: SF2701
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The bill aims to improve transportation infrastructure in Chisago County, Minnesota. It focuses specifically on enhancing the safety and functionality of key intersections by constructing roundabouts.
Main Provisions
Funding Allocations: The bill allocates a total of $18 million from the bond proceeds account in the trunk highway fund to the Minnesota Commissioner of Transportation. This funding is designated for various intersection improvement projects across different cities within Chisago County.
Projects and Locations:
- City of Shafer: $3 million is allocated for the design and construction of a roundabout on U.S. Highway 8 at its intersection with County State-Aid Highway 21.
- City of Almelund: $5 million is allocated for a roundabout on U.S. Highway 95 at its intersection with County State-Aid Highway 12.
- City of Sunrise: $5 million is designated for intersection improvements on U.S. Highway 95 at County State-Aid Highway 9.
- City of North Branch: $5 million is earmarked for constructing a roundabout on U.S. Highway 95 at the intersection with County Road 67.
Significant Changes
Construction of Roundabouts: The bill authorizes the planning and construction of roundabouts at specified intersections, which are intended to improve traffic flow and enhance road safety by reducing collision points.
Issuance of State Bonds: To fund these projects, the bill authorizes the sale and issuance of state bonds up to the amount of $18 million as per statutory and constitutional provisions. The proceeds from these bonds will be directed to the trunk highway fund for project financing.
Relevant Terms
- Transportation infrastructure
- Intersection improvements
- Roundabouts
- Bond proceeds account
- Trunk highway fund
- State bonds
- Environmental analysis
- Predesign
- Engineering and construction
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy |
Citations
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