Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF5403

Introduced
4/11/24  

Caption

Trunk Highway project cultural resources expenditures legislative report requirement and appropriation

Impact

The approval and implementation of SF5403 would introduce a systematic requirement for reporting on cultural resource expenditures, particularly in the context of trunk highways. This is expected to enhance the oversight regarding how the state handles cultural and historic resources during transportation projects. By establishing a clear framework for the reporting period from 2020 to 2026, the bill aims to ensure that stakeholders have access to detailed information on the financial commitments made towards preserving cultural heritage while undertaking infrastructure developments.

Summary

SF5403, introduced in the Minnesota Legislature, mandates the preparation of a legislative report focused on cultural resources expenditures related to trunk highway projects. This bill is significant as it requires the Department of Transportation to report on expenditures that pertain to historic preservation, archaeological resources, and other cultural resources as they relate to highway construction and reconstruction projects. The report aims to improve transparency and accountability regarding how funds are allocated for cultural resource management within state transportation projects.

Contention

While the bill generally aims to address important aspects of cultural resource management, potential points of contention may arise regarding the specific allocation of funds and the effectiveness of the reporting process. Opponents may argue about the sufficiency of the measures in place to protect cultural resources, especially if budgetary constraints affect the proposed expenditures for preservation. Additionally, there may be concerns about the implications of the report’s findings on future funding decisions and the prioritization of cultural resources in transportation planning.

Companion Bills

MN HF5334

Similar To Trunk highway project cultural resources expenditures legislative report required, and money appropriated.

Previously Filed As

MN HF5334

Trunk highway project cultural resources expenditures legislative report required, and money appropriated.

MN SF1303

Report requirement on trunk highway project cultural resources expenditures

MN HF3080

Certain trunk highway project development transparency requirements modified, including to require a transportation project activity portal; legislative reports modified; and money appropriated.

MN HF3121

Transparency and community engagement in trunk highway project development established, project scoping and development requirements established, transportation project activity portal required, legislative reports modified, and money appropriated.

MN SF285

Trunk highway projects governing cost participation requirements establishment and appropriation

MN SF2140

Trunk highway projects cost participation governing requirements establishment provision and appropriation

MN SF5099

Trunk highway projects assessments for impacts on greenhouse gas emissions and vehicle miles traveled requirements modifications, technical advisory committee, and appropriation

MN SF817

Highway project development and highway purposes requirements modifications

MN HF3302

Public hearing requirements established for trunk highway and transit projects.

MN SF4336

Requirement governing cost participation establishment on trunk highway projects

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