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SF 3691

Intelligent speed assistance program establishment, certain speeding offenses revocation period extension provision, speed-controlled license restriction establishment, and appropriation

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ann Johnson Stewart

Minnesota bill establishes intelligent speed assistance vehicle technology programs, extends speeding offense license revocation periods, and creates speed-restricted license category with state funding.

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Bill Summary · SF 3691

Legislative bill overview

SF 3691 establishes an intelligent speed assistance (ISA) program in Minnesota that would require or incentivize vehicles to have technology that monitors and responds to speed limits. The bill also extends the license revocation period for certain speeding offenses and creates a "speed-controlled license" restriction category. It includes an appropriation to fund these new programs.

Why is this important

Speed-related crashes are a leading cause of traffic fatalities and injuries. This bill attempts to address dangerous driving through technological intervention and enhanced penalties. The policy could significantly affect driver behavior, vehicle manufacturing standards, and insurance/licensing practices across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Driver autonomy and privacy: ISA systems that actively limit vehicle speed raise concerns about government control over personal vehicles and data collection about driving habits
  • Technology feasibility and costs: Mandating or incentivizing ISA technology could increase vehicle prices substantially and create compliance questions for older vehicles and out-of-state drivers
  • Effectiveness of license restrictions: The "speed-controlled license" mechanism is unclear—questions exist about enforceability, whether it duplicates existing penalties, and whether it unfairly restricts employment/mobility for repeat offenders
  • Appropriation details: The bill's fiscal impact is unknown without seeing the specific funding amount requested and implementation timeline

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

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