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MN HF2995

Bill

Status

Passed

5/16/2014

Primary Sponsor

Ron Erhardt

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Origin

House of Representatives

88th Legislature 2013-2014

AI Summary

  • Removes requirement that written towing reports must be signed by both the officer and tow driver; only the officer's signature is now required.
  • Allows Department of Transportation freeway service patrol employees in the eight-county metropolitan district to order tows from trunk highways using a written report without first issuing a citation.
  • Requires department employees to allow owner-requested tow drivers to complete towing operations if they arrive before the department-requested driver, except in cases of accidents or traffic hazards.
  • Amends Minnesota Statutes 2012, section 168B.035, subdivision 2, relating to public safety and towing procedures.
  • Effective the day following final enactment.

Legislative Description

Towing order requirements clarified.

Last Action

Secretary of State Chapter 273

5/16/2014

Committee Referrals

Rules and Administration5/5/2014
Transportation Policy3/12/2014

Full Bill Text

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