MN SF2154

Clarifies construction contract payment provisions to include engineer's estimates and payment applications as invoices when made regularly according to contract terms, with interest on late payments accruing at 1.5% per month for undisputed bills unpaid after 30 days.

Modifies contractor default procedures to allow periods specified in contracts instead of a fixed 60-day requirement for correcting delays, neglect, or defaults.

Expands county authority over town bridges by authorizing counties to perform required load rating analyses and post load limits if towns fail to act within specified timeframes, with counties able to bill towns for expenses.

Permits drivers to make U-turns and right turns into farther lanes on multi-lane roadways to accommodate vehicle configuration, and allows bicyclists to ride in left-hand portion of dedicated right-turn lanes without intending to turn right.

Adjusts Rochester Maintenance Facility appropriation from $26.43 million to $24.94 million in bond proceeds and establishes exemptions for covered farm vehicles from federal commercial motor vehicle driver qualification, hours of service, and inspection requirements.