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HF 2222

Chisago County; U.S. Highway 8 reconstruction project appropriation and bond sale authorization extended.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jon Koznick and 1 co-sponsor

Extends state funding and bond-issuance authority for the U.S. Highway 8 reconstruction in Chisago County, enabling continued work and financing for the project.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Capital Investment
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Bill Summary · HF 2222

Summary of HF 2222 (Chisago County; U.S. Highway 8 reconstruction project appropriation and bond sale authorization extended)

Overview

HF 2222 is a Minnesota House bill introduced on March 12, 2025. The bill’s title indicates it would extend the appropriation and bond sale authorization for the U.S. Highway 8 reconstruction project in Chisago County. It is currently in its introduction and first-reading stage and has been referred to the Capital Investment committee. A Senate companion bill, SF 2354, exists.

What the bill would do

  • Extend the state’s appropriation for the U.S. Highway 8 reconstruction project in Chisago County.
  • Extend the bond sale authorization related to funding the project, enabling continued or extended ability to issue bonds to finance the reconstruction.
  • Likely preserve or prolong the eligibility window or timeline within which funds may be spent and bonds may be issued for this project (specific extension period not stated in the provided information).

Key provisions and changes (as implied by title)

  • Continuation of funding: Maintains ongoing state support for the U.S. Highway 8 project in Chisago County.
  • Bond financing authority: Extends the legislative authorization to issue bonds to finance the project.
  • Scope remains tied to the U.S. Highway 8 reconstruction in Chisago County, with related administrative or procedural requirements typical of Capital Investment-approved projects.

Who would be affected

  • Chisago County residents and local stakeholders, who would benefit from the reconstruction project and any associated improvements.
  • Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) or the state agency implementing the project, which administers funds and bonding for transportation infrastructure.
  • State bond market and potential investors, given the extension of bond sale authorization.
  • Local taxpayers could be affected indirectly through debt service considerations if bond financing proceeds.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduced and placed on the calendar for first reading on March 12, 2025.
  • Referred to the Capital Investment committee for consideration, testimony, and potential amendments.
  • Companion bill SF 2354 exists in the Senate, indicating parallel consideration in another chamber.

Notes

  • Specific dollar amounts, extension duration, and detailed programmatic provisions are not provided in the summary. The bill would depend on committee analysis and any amendments before potential floor action and final passage.

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

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