HF3747
Funding provided for a driver education campaign related to the "Move Over" law when passing certain stopped vehicles, and money appropriated.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF3939
AI Generated Summary
Purpose
Require a statewide information campaign to educate Minnesotans about the Move Over law, specifically the requirement for drivers to slow down and change lanes when passing certain stopped vehicles, as described in Minnesota Statutes 169.18 (subdivisions 11 and 11a). The campaign is framed as a driver education effort to promote public safety.
Main Provisions
- Public Education Campaign: The commissioner of public safety must implement a statewide information campaign to inform the public about the Move Over law and the duty to slow down and change lanes when passing certain stopped vehicles, in line with Minnesota Statutes 169.18, subdivisions 11 and 11a.
- Funding and Timing: For fiscal year 2027, a one-time appropriation from the general fund is provided to the commissioner of public safety for the purposes of this section. This supports the driver education/information campaign.
Financial Implications
- This bill does not amend tax or spending baselines; it creates a one-time funding source in FY 2027 from the general fund to support the statewide informational/driver education campaign related to the Move Over law.
Significance / Changes to Law
- Changes to existing law: The Move Over law itself is not amended in the text provided. The bill adds a targeted, one-time funding mechanism and requires a statewide education campaign to increase public awareness and compliance with the Move Over provisions.
Implementation Details (implied)
- The campaign would be carried out by the commissioner of public safety and is intended to educate drivers about slowing down and changing lanes when approaching certain stopped vehicles.
Potential Public Safety Impact (inference)
- Increased public awareness of the Move Over requirements may lead to higher compliance, reducing risks to motorists and workers around stopped vehicles.
Relevant Terms - Move Over law - slow down - change lanes - passing certain stopped vehicles - Minnesota Statutes section 169.18 subdivisions 11 and 11a - commissioner of public safety - statewide information campaign - driver education campaign - fiscal year 2027 - general fund - one-time appropriation - public safety
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 25, 2026 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Transportation Finance and Policy |
Citations
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"summary": "References Minnesota Statutes 169.18, subd. 11 (Move Over law) as the basis for the mandated statewide information campaign.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "169.18",
"subdivision": "subd. 11"
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"analysis": {
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"summary": "References Minnesota Statutes 169.18, subd. 11a (Move Over law provision) as part of the campaign scope.",
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee