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Bill Summary · SF 2971

Summary of Minnesota SF 2971

Overview

SF 2971 would require the Commissioner of Transportation to study, develop, and implement suicide prevention methods in connection with the construction of new bridges. The bill is part of the transportation and infrastructure subject area and has a companion in the House (HF 3169).

Purpose and Intent

  • The primary aim is to address suicide prevention within the context of新 bridge construction projects.
  • By mandating a study, development of prevention methods, and implementation, the bill seeks to integrate mental health safety considerations into bridge-building processes.

Key Provisions (high-level)

  • Mandate for MnDOT: The Commissioner of Transportation must study suicide prevention strategies related to the construction of new bridges.
  • Development of Methods: Following the study, the bill would require the development of specific suicide prevention methods to be used in conjunction with new bridge projects.
  • Implementation: The bill would require the methods to be implemented in practice on construction projects involving new bridges.

Note: The exact details, including scope, standards, timelines, funding, reporting requirements, and enforcement, would be specified in the bill’s full text. The summary reflects the title and purpose as described.

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • State agency: Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) would be responsible for conducting the study, developing prevention methods, and implementing them on new bridge construction projects.
  • Bridge construction projects: Projects involving construction of new bridges would be subject to the new suicide prevention methods.
  • Legislative process: As with any bill, if enacted, the provisions would become binding for MnDOT and could influence project planning, design, procurement, and on-site practices.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: March 24, 2025.
  • Legislative action:
    • March 24, 2025: Introduction and first reading; referred to Transportation.
    • March 27, 2025: Coleman added as an author.
    • April 2, 2025: Johnson Stewart added as an author.
  • Related legislation: HF 3169 is the companion bill in the House.
  • Next steps: The full text would specify detailed provisions, including any reporting requirements, funding, milestones, timelines for completion of the study, and implementation phases. Tracking whether the bill passes the Transportation committee, moves to floor action, and any amendments will determine its final status.

Potential Impact (considerations)

  • Safety and health integration: Could raise the priority of mental health and suicide prevention in transportation project planning.
  • Budget and resources: May require funding for the study, development, and implementation efforts.
  • Design and construction practices: Might influence project specifications, procurement criteria, and on-site safety procedures.
  • Collaboration: Likely to involve coordination with state mental health resources, crisis services, or other agencies, depending on final text.

For readers seeking the exact provisions, timing, and financial implications, review SF 2971’s full legislative text and any amendments, along with its HF 3169 companion.

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

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