Bill > HF2975

This bill enhances work zone safety education and awareness by requiring several changes to driver training and licensing procedures in Minnesota. The bill mandates that driver education programs must now include comprehensive instruction on work zone safety, covering topics such as safe speeds, driver responsibilities, dangers of distracted driving, work zone markings, and proper lane merging techniques. Additionally, the state's driver's manual must be updated to include a dedicated section on work zone safety, detailing traffic laws, markings, and best practices for navigating construction areas. The driver's license examination will also be modified to test applicants' knowledge of work zone safety, including speed limits, markings, and potential hazards. To support these changes, the bill appropriates funds to the Department of Public Safety to cover rulemaking and implementation costs. The provisions aim to improve driver awareness and reduce risks for road construction workers by ensuring that new and aspiring drivers are well-informed about safely navigating work zones.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2975&ssn=0&y=2025