Purpose of the Bill

The main aim of this legislative bill is to update the definition of "qualifying agricultural products" as it relates to special farm products permits in Minnesota.

Main Provisions

• The bill redefines what is considered a "qualifying agricultural product" for transportation purposes. This impacts the issuance of special farm products permits that allow for the transport of certain agricultural goods with specific benefits or requirements.
• The updated definition includes a list of agricultural and food products that are eligible under the permit.

Changes to Existing Law

• The bill updates the types of products included in the definition. Previously listed items like corn, soybeans, and livestock remain, but it also clarifies or explicitly includes new products such as soybean oil and expands on other categories by including products such as raw or processed grass seed.

Relevant Terms

• Transportation
• Qualifying agricultural products
• Special farm products permits
• Agricultural crops
• Livestock
• Soybean oil
• Grass seed
• Minnesota Statutes Section 169.865 Subdivision 1a