MN HF4051

Adds a new definition of "parallel" or "paralleling" for utility facilities running alongside railroad lines for no more than one mile before crossing, terminating, or exiting the right-of-way

Requires railroads to keep contact information, application procedures, and submission addresses current on their websites, with updates within 30 days of any changes

Railroads must notify applicants within 15 calendar days if a utility crossing application is incomplete and specify what additional information is needed

Restricts railroads from requiring flagging services for utility crossings unless demonstrably necessary for safety during construction or maintenance, with written justification required identifying specific safety risks

Flagging fees must be reasonable, reflect actual employee expenses, and cannot be used to delay or obstruct utility access to railroad rights-of-way