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HF 2951

Maple Grove; marked U.S. Highway 169 and Hennepin County State-Aid Highway 130 interchange funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kristin Robbins

HF 2951 enables state bonds and appropriations to fund the US 169 / SAH 130 Maple Grove interchange, aiming to improve traffic flow, reduce congestion, and enhance safety.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Transportation Finance and Policy
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Bill Summary · HF 2951

Summary of HF 2951 (Maple Grove; marked U.S. Highway 169 and Hennepin County State-Aid Highway 130 interchange funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated)

Overview

  • Bill number and title: HF 2951 — Maple Grove; marked U.S. Highway 169 and Hennepin County State-Aid Highway 130 interchange funding provided, bonds issued, and money appropriated.
  • Status: Introduction and first reading; referred to the Transportation Finance and Policy committee.
  • Introduced: April 1, 2025.
  • Companion bill: SF 3255 (Senate).

Purpose and intent

  • The bill aims to advance funding for the interchange project at the intersection of U.S. Highway 169 and Hennepin County State-Aid Highway (S.A.H.) 130 in Maple Grove.
  • It contemplates financing for the project through the issuance of bonds and the appropriation of funds.

Key provisions (as introduced)

  • Funding authorization: Establishes dedicated funding for the Maple Grove interchange project.
  • Bond financing: Authorizes the issuance of state bonds to finance the project costs.
  • Appropriations: Provides appropriations from specified funds to support the interchange construction/related costs.
  • The exact dollar amounts, bond terms, repayment schedules, and eligible cost categories are not specified in the summary of the introduction.

Affected entities and beneficiaries

  • Maple Grove: City government and local transportation planning/maintenance for the interchange.
  • Hennepin County: Management and oversight of the S.A.H. 130 segment and integration with county road infrastructure.
  • Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT): Likely lead agency for project delivery, environmental review, design, right-of-way, construction, and bond issuance coordination.
  • Commuters and residents: Potential impacts include improved traffic flow, reduced congestion, and enhanced safety around the interchange.

Procedural and timeline considerations

  • Current stage: Introduction and first reading; bill has been referred to Transportation Finance and Policy for committee consideration.
  • Next steps: Committee discussion and potential amendments, followed by floor action in the House. If advanced, a companion Senate bill (SF 3255) would follow its own legislative path.
  • Policy scope: The bill focuses on appropriations, bonds, and specific highway/municipal financing related to a local interchange project.

Potential impacts and considerations

  • Economic and fiscal: Bonds would create indebtedness at the state level to fund the interchange; appropriations would determine the project’s funding mix and timing.
  • Transportation impacts: Anticipated improvements in traffic operations at the US 169 / SA 130 interchange; potential benefits in travel time reliability and safety.
  • Local considerations: Alignment with Maple Grove development plans and county transportation priorities; coordination with MnDOT for project delivery.

Notes

  • Details such as total project cost, bond terms, funding split (state vs. local contributions), and project milestones will be clarified in the bill text and any amendments during committee review.

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

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