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SF1639 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Placement of automated license plate readers provision in trunk highway right-of-way

Related bill: HF188

AI Generated Summary

This bill (S.F. No. 1639) proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 161.434, to allow for the placement of automated license plate readers (ALPRs) within trunk highway rights-of-way. Specifically, it authorizes the Commissioner of Transportation to establish a permit process enabling local governments to install ALPRs in these areas. The commissioner may also set requirements to ensure public safety and maintain the proper functioning of the highway system. Additionally, the bill clarifies that any such use of highway right-of-way must align with existing legal provisions and obtain necessary federal approvals when required.

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Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 19, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 19, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toTransportation

Citations

 
[
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Allows local governments to place automated license plate readers within trunk highway rights-of-way with a permit."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 161.434 to address the use of trunk highway right-of-way.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarification on requirements for highway purposes and agreement processes."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "161.434"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "These sections outline agreements related to providing information to travelers through advertising.",
      "modified": [
        "Include requirements for advertising structures within highway rights-of-way."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "160.272 to 160.276"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Defines the term 'automated license plate reader' in the context of the new amendments.",
      "modified": [
        "Referenced for definition purposes in the context of highway rights-of-way."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "13.824 subdivision 1"
  }
]

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