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School bus crossing arm requirement A new law will require all school buses used in the state that are manufactured after Jan. 1, 2013, to be equipped with a crossing control arm. HF0392/SF0992/CH137 (view full story) |
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Defensive driving bill discount Clarification given to discount offered to those 55 years and older taking defensive driving classes. SF1542/HF2441/CH141 (view full story) |
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Commodities definition addressed A new law is needed because many Minnesota State Fair vendors transport their equipment and property using twin trailers. HF2793/SF2426/CH147 (view full story) |
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Let the concrete slurry stand Effective April 6, 2012, road crews can leave a slurry substance at the construction site unless it is near sensitive wetlands or a lake. SF1860/HF2316/CH161 (view full story) |
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Liability for trucking companies Companies that use trucking firms to transport goods will no longer be allowed to contractually hold themselves harmless for merchandise damage. HF1992/SF1687/CH165 (view full story) |
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Towing larger farm equipment A new law, effective Aug. 1, 2012, will modify brake requirements for farm equipment. SF2394/HF2775/CH172 (view full story) |
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Vehicle plates, lien changes Auto dealers will be given extra flexibility when it comes to license plate and tab storage if they’re using the optional computerized vehicle registration system, and they can help customers acquire a lien release. HF2187/SF1791/CH174 (view full story) |
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Design-build program extension A new law removes the Oct. 1, 2012, expiration date for transportation program so nine projects can be completed before the statutory authority expires. SF2131/HF2378/CH176 (view full story) |
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Restored pioneer vehicles titling Titles on cars and trucks from upwards of a century ago will more accurately reflect the age of the vehicle. HF2239/SF2202/CH195 (view full story) |
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Planes, trains and automobiles Omnibus law addresses spectrum of transportation issues. HF2685/SF2321/CH287 (view full story) |