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MN HF3792
Bill
Status
4/19/2010
Primary Sponsor
Katherine Knuth
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AI Summary
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Defines "interstate connector" as a noninstate trunk highway segment not exceeding three miles in length, with interchanges at both endpoints connecting to interstate highways, and at least five visible dwelling houses within 100 feet of the right-of-way.
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Establishes speed limit of 50 miles per hour on interstate connectors as a statutory maximum limit.
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Sets statutory speed limits for various road types: 30 mph in urban districts, 65 mph on noninstate expressways and freeways, 55 mph in other locations, 70 mph on interstate highways outside urbanized areas over 50,000 population, and 65 mph on interstate highways within such areas.
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Imposes additional surcharge equal to the fine amount (minimum $25) for drivers exceeding applicable speed limit by 20 mph or more.
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Prohibits the transportation commissioner from designating speed limits on interstate connectors exceeding the 50 mph statutory maximum.
Legislative Description
Statutory speed limits amended.
Last Action
House: Introduction and first reading, referred to Transportation and Transit Policy and Oversight Division
4/19/2010