MN SF5482

Appropriates $15,000,000 from bond proceeds to the University of Minnesota Board of Regents for design and construction of suicide deterrent barriers and replacement of the pedestrian enclosure on the Washington Avenue Pedestrian Bridge at the Twin Cities campus.

Requires the Board of Regents to consult with persons impacted by suicide at the bridge, suicide prevention organizations, and suicide prevention experts when designing the project.

Authorizes the Commissioner of Management and Budget to sell and issue state bonds up to $15,000,000 to fund the appropriation, following procedures outlined in Minnesota Statutes sections 16A.631 to 16A.675 and the Minnesota Constitution.

Takes effect the day following final enactment.