Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF2136

Introduced
3/3/25  

Caption

Various transportation policy provisions modifications

Impact

The proposed modifications have implications for state laws concerning transportation safety and regulation. By facilitating electronic attestations, the legislation could reduce paperwork and enhance compliance among aircraft owners. Furthermore, the updates to traffic signal regulations seek to improve clarity for drivers and pedestrians, potentially lowering the incidence of road accidents. This approach aligns with broader objectives of increasing transportation safety across Minnesota's road systems.

Summary

SF2136 is a legislation that focuses on modifying various transportation policy provisions in Minnesota. The bill introduces new definitions, procedural requirements, and regulatory frameworks centered around aircraft, traffic signals, and accident reporting. It notably aims to streamline governmental procedures by allowing for electronic attestations regarding aircraft ownership and condition, thus reducing operational burdens and improving efficiency in the registration process of different aircraft categories, including recreational and agricultural planes.

Contention

While the bill garners support for its intention to improve operational efficiency and safety, there may be points of contention pertaining to how these regulatory changes could be implemented. Specifically, concerns may arise around the implications of shifting from traditional paper-based processes to electronic formats. Stakeholders in the aviation field might debate the effectiveness of these changes in practical terms, particularly regarding oversight and compliance assurance. Furthermore, any alterations in accident reporting requirements could invoke discussion around accountability and the transparency of traffic incident documentation.

Companion Bills

MN HF1781

Similar To Various policy changes made, including authorizing aircraft electronic attestation, defining terms, modifying injury crash reporting, modifying legislative routes, and updating yellow traffic signal indications.

Previously Filed As

MN HF677

Active transportation finance and policy provisions governed, and money appropriated.

MN SF3993

Active transportation requirements amendments including electric bicycles and sales regulations, complete streets requirements, drivers education and appropriations

MN HF3858

Active transportation requirements amended, including regulation of electric-assisted bicycles and sales, requirements on complete streets, and driver's education; and money appropriated.

MN SF1963

Various policy changes to transportation-related provisions

MN SF2321

Traffic safety various provisions modification and appropriations

MN HF3436

Transportation policy bill.

MN SF3944

Omnibus Transportation policy bill

MN HF2887

Transportation finance and policy bill.

MN SF912

Bill Dooley Bicycle Safety Act

MN SF911

School-related active transportation policy provisions modification

Similar Bills

MN HF1781

Various policy changes made, including authorizing aircraft electronic attestation, defining terms, modifying injury crash reporting, modifying legislative routes, and updating yellow traffic signal indications.

MN HF2438

Transportation policy and finance bill.

MN SF2082

Omnibus Transportation policy and appropriations

MN SF18

Omnibus Transportation policy and appropriations

MN HF14

Transportation finance and policy bill.

CT HB05330

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Transportation And Concerning Capital Projects, Notice Of Proposed Fair And Service Changes, The Connecticut Airport Authority, Automated Traffic Safety Enforcement, Road Safety Audits, Parking Authorities, A Shore Line East Report And The Submission Of Reports And Test Results Regarding Impaired Driving.

CT SB00904

An Act Implementing The Recommendations Of The Department Of Transportation And Concerning State Parkways, The Connecticut Airport Authority, A Transportation Carbon Dioxide Reduction Target, A Tree And Vegetation Management Plan, Motor Vehicle Noise, The Zero-emission Truck Voucher Program, Street Racing, Emergency Lights And The Naming Of Certain Roads And Bridges.

MN HF3436

Transportation policy bill.