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Minnesota Senate Bill SF110

Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF110

Introduced
1/10/23  

Caption

State road construction appropriation modification

Impact

The bill introduces a significant financial allocation towards the construction and maintenance of trunk highways. It stipulates a total appropriation base of $974,282,000 for the fiscal years 2024 and 2025, which anticipates addressing critical infrastructure needs. Moreover, by providing funds for both program delivery and research, the bill serves as a catalyst for economic activity related to transportation enhancements but also establishes accountability measures for federal aid adjustments.

Summary

SF110 is a bill concerning modifications to transportation finance in Minnesota, specifically related to state road construction appropriations. The bill aims to amend the existing budget allocations for state road projects as outlined in previous legislation from 2021. It emphasizes improved planning, delivery, and safety for transportation infrastructure, reflecting the state's commitment to enhancing its road systems and associated facilities. The projected allocations include funds for liquid de icing chemicals and various grants for transportation studies and improvements in underdeveloped areas.

Contention

During discussions surrounding SF110, potential points of contention have emerged regarding the appropriateness of the funding allocations and the prioritization of projects. Stakeholders in the community expressed a range of views, from support for necessary infrastructure improvements to concerns about the equitable distribution of funding, particularly in less populated or economically disadvantaged regions. The inclusion of funds for job training initiatives related to highway construction has also been debated, as some argue for a need to link these programs more tightly with workforce development strategies.

Latest SF110 Activity

Companion Bills

MN HF301

Similar To State road construction appropriation modified.

Similar Bills

MD SB360

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2025)

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2025)

MD SB181

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2024)

MD HB200

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2024)

PA HB611

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.

MD HB350

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2026)

MD SB319

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MD HB300

Budget Bill (Fiscal Year 2023)