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MN HF3553

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/19/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jeff Backer

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Origin

House of Representatives

94th Legislature 2025-2026

AI Summary

  • Authorizes a vehicle platoon pilot project on designated routes in Wilkin County and Grant County, connecting cities including Nashua, Wolverton, Foxhome, Doran, and Norcross to Breckenridge and the North Dakota border

  • Requires applicants to obtain approval from both the Commissioner of Transportation and the relevant county road authority, with counties required to decide within 60 days and consult with law enforcement on safety concerns

  • Platoon plan applications must include vehicle configuration details, spacing between vehicles, operating time frames, driver license certification, and compliance with height/width/weight limits

  • Pilot project expires January 1, 2030, with a required report due by January 1, 2029 evaluating impacts on road conditions, traffic patterns, public safety, and potential statewide expansion

Legislative Description

Vehicle platoon pilot project authorized for certain roads in Wilkin County and Grant County, and report required.

Last Action

Author added Koznick

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation Finance and Policy2/19/2026

Full Bill Text

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