Bill > HF719

This bill provides funding for the Safe Routes to School grant program by appropriating $10 million from bond proceeds to the commissioner of transportation. The funds will be used to issue grants under Minnesota Statutes, section 174.40, which supports initiatives that help students safely walk or bike to school. To secure these funds, the commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds up to $10 million, following the standard procedures outlined in Minnesota Statutes, sections 16A.631 to 16A.675, and in accordance with the Minnesota Constitution's provisions on state bonding. The bill becomes effective immediately after it is enacted, providing immediate financial support for improving children's safety during their commute to school by potentially funding infrastructure improvements like sidewalks, crosswalks, or traffic calming measures near schools.

Budget and Finance

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0719&ssn=0&y=2025