SF196 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Town roads and bridges bond issue and appropriation
Related bill: HF374
AI Generated Summary
The bill SF No 196, introduced by Senators Howe, Dibble, Jasinski, Port, and Duckworth, aims to improve transportation infrastructure in Minnesota by allocating funds specifically for town roads and bridges. It proposes an appropriation of $35 million from the bond proceeds fund, with $25 million designated for town roads and $10 million for town bridges. To fund this, the bill authorizes the state's commissioner of management and budget to sell and issue bonds up to the amount of $35 million. The distribution of these funds will adhere to existing state laws as outlined in the Minnesota Statutes and the state Constitution. This initiative is primarily intended to enhance local transportation networks by providing necessary financial resources for their maintenance and development.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Capital Investment |
Citations
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Appropriates $35,000,000 for town roads and bridges, with specific allocations."
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"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill appropriates funds for town roads and bridges as per the distribution method outlined in section 162.081.",
"modified": []
},
"citation": "162.081"
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"analysis": {
"added": [
"Authorizes the sale of bonds to fund the appropriations."
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"removed": [],
"summary": "This bill involves the sale and issuance of state bonds, as regulated by sections 16A.631 to 16A.675.",
"modified": []
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"citation": "16A.631 to 16A.675"
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