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MN HF138
Bill
Status
1/22/2013
Primary Sponsor
Bud Nornes
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AI Summary
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Authorizes mini trucks to be operated on public streets and highways when equipped with headlamps, taillights, turn signals, mirrors, windshield, seatbelts, and parking brake.
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Eliminates the requirement for local permits to operate mini trucks, allowing operation on local roads without special authorization as of August 1, 2013.
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Cancels all existing local permits for mini truck operation issued under section 169.045 and replaces them with statewide requirements under new section 169.2245.
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Prohibits mini truck operation on trunk highways but allows crossing of trunk highways at intersections.
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Requires mini truck operators to drive in the rightmost lane on multi-lane highways and comply with driver licensing requirements under chapter 171; allows local road authorities to prohibit mini trucks on their jurisdictions by ordinance.
Legislative Description
Mini truck operation on local roads authorized, and special permits for mini truck operation eliminated.
Last Action
Introduction and first reading, referred to Transportation Policy
1/22/2013