HF2665 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Definition qualifying agricultural products amended for purposes of special farm products permits.
Related bill: SF2479
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this bill is to amend the definition of "qualifying agricultural products" for the issuance of special farm products permits in Minnesota. This is intended to update and clarify what products are eligible under the transportation laws for special permits.
Main Provisions
- The bill specifies and lists the types of agricultural products that qualify for special farm products permits.
- It updates and adds to the existing list of products to ensure comprehensive coverage of various agricultural goods.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- The bill amends the existing Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 169.865, subdivision 1a, by expanding the list of qualifying agricultural products.
- New entries such as "raw or processed grass seed" and "soybean oil" are explicitly included in the list of products.
Relevant Terms
agricultural products, special permits, transportation, Minnesota Statutes, corn, soybeans, oats, grain, livestock, poultry, feed, manure, grass seed, soybean oil.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Past committee meetings
- Transportation Finance and Policy on: April 02, 2025 13:00
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 24, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Agriculture Finance and Policy |
| March 26, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Motion to recall and re-refer, motion prevailed | Transportation Finance and Policy |
| April 03, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author stricken | |
| April 21, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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]Progress through the legislative process
In Committee