Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to update and enhance the responsibilities of the Advisory Council on Traffic Safety in Minnesota. This involves advising on policies and undertaking certain activities to improve traffic safety throughout the state.

Main Provisions

• Advisory Role: The Advisory Council is responsible for advising the governor and various state departments and agencies on traffic safety policies, programs, and services.
• Toward Zero Deaths Program: The Council will provide guidance on activities related to the Toward Zero Deaths program, which includes public education on traffic safety.
• Research Encouragement: The Council is tasked with encouraging state departments and agencies to conduct research in the field of traffic safety.
• Review and Recommendations: It must review subcommittee and working group recommendations and provide input on traffic safety grants and plans at both state and local levels.
• Grant Agreements: The Advisory Council will advise the Commissioner of Public Safety on grant agreements related to traffic safety projects.
• Safe Road Zone Measures: The Council should make recommendations for measures to improve safety in designated safe road zones.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

The bill amends the duties of the Advisory Council on Traffic Safety, giving it more responsibilities and a broader role in traffic safety policy and administration than it previously had.

Relevant Terms

• Traffic Safety
• Advisory Council on Traffic Safety
• Toward Zero Deaths program
• Safe Road Zone
• Grant Agreements