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SF 3074

Capitol tunnel improvements appropriation

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sandy Pappas

SF 3074 would authorize a state capital appropriation to upgrade the Capitol tunnel boosting accessibility, safety, and modernization for employees, visitors, and disabled people.

Referred to Capital Investment
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Bill Summary · SF 3074

Summary: SF 3074 — Capitol tunnel improvements appropriation

Overview

SF 3074 is a Minnesota Senate bill introduced on March 27, 2025, titled “Capitol tunnel improvements appropriation.” The bill is currently referred to the Capital Investment committee. A companion bill exists in the House as HF 2712. The subject area includes the Administration Department, Disabilities and Access, and Government-State.

Purpose and Intent

  • The bill appears to propose an appropriation to fund improvements to the Capitol tunnel system. Given the subject areas (Disabilities and Access and Administration Department), the measure likely aims to enhance accessibility, safety, and modernization within the Capitol complex, with a focus on meeting accessibility standards and improving state government facilities.

Key Provisions (available information)

  • At the information provided, the exact provisions, project scope, and funding amount are not included. The text would typically specify:
    • The total appropriation amount and funding source (e.g., state bonding/capital investment funds).
    • Eligible projects within the Capitol tunnel improvements (design, construction, systems upgrades, accessibility enhancements, security considerations).
    • Project oversight, administration, and reporting requirements.
    • Implementation timeline and any milestones.
    • Compliance with disability access standards and relevant state requirements.

Note: The precise provisions and fiscal details will be in the bill’s text and any accompanying fiscal notes.

Fiscal Impact

  • The bill is an appropriation within the Capital Investment realm, so it would authorize expenditures from state capital/ bonding resources for the Capitol tunnel improvements. Specific dollar amounts, funding sources, debt issuance, and schedule would be defined in the bill and any fiscal note prepared by the nonpartisan staff.

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Minnesota Department of Administration (Facilities Management and related entities) would administer and oversee the project components.
  • State employees and Capitol visitors could benefit from improved accessibility and safety in the Capitol tunnel.
  • Contractors, engineers, and vendors involved in design and construction of tunnel improvements.
  • Individuals with disabilities or accessibility needs, due to potential enhancements in access and accommodations.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction and first reading: March 27, 2025.
  • Referral: Capital Investment committee.
  • House companion: HF 2712.
  • Next steps typically include committee hearings, possible amendments, committee vote, and floor action in both chambers; if approved, differences reconciled in a conference committee and sent to the governor for signature.

Notes

  • The bill’s full text is not provided here; for precise provisions, including the exact funding amount, project scope, and implementation timeline, consult the bill itself and any accompanying fiscal note or analysis.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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