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MN SF1673

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/29/2012

Primary Sponsor

James Carlson

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Origin

Senate

87th Legislature 2011-2012

AI Summary

  • Modifies the cost threshold for performance bond requirements on public works contracts by replacing the fixed $75,000 amount with a reference to section 471.345, subdivision 3

  • Exempts contracts for snow removal, ice removal, grading, and other routine road maintenance on town roads from performance bond requirements under sections 574.26 to 574.32

  • Maintains existing exemptions for public transit bus manufacturers producing at least 100 buses annually and certain Department of Transportation projects at the commissioner's discretion

  • Clarifies that payment and performance bonds are required for public works contracts above the threshold amount, with provisions allowing recovery of reasonable attorneys' fees and costs in enforcement actions

  • Effective the day following final enactment

Legislative Description

Public works contracts cost threshold modification; road maintenance on township roads performance bond requirements exemption

Last Action

Senate file first reading, referred to Rules and Legislative Administration

3/29/2012

Committee Referrals

Rules and Legislative Administration3/29/2012
Local Government and Elections2/27/2012
Jobs and Economic Growth2/2/2012

Full Bill Text

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