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State Aid E-Scene

March 2023

Federal funds for non-construction activities The recent federal infrastructure bill has greatly increased the amount of projects awarded funds through federal discretionary grant programs. These awarded funds do not carry the restriction of being used for construction only.  Read more on federal funds for non-construction activities.

Help MnDOT invest state highway funding wisely The second round of public engagement for the 20-Year Minnesota State Highway Investment Plan (MnSHIP) is now open. MnDOT is looking for local partner feedback on the plan’s draft investment direction and how to spend additional revenue. Read more about MnSHIP and how to participate.

Stuck in the MMUCC The Model Minimum Uniform Crash Criteria (MMUCC) is a voluntary federal guideline on the crash data elements that should be collected by all states. Read more about MMUCC.

FY 2024-2027 local HSIP awards MnDOT Offices of Traffic Engineering and State Aid recently completed awarding federal funds for the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) solicitation. We were able to award funds to 53 projects for around $21.6 million.  Read more on HSIP awards.

Employee news State Aid welcomes two new employees. Andrea LaGow is joining State Aid Finance as the State Aid Federal Aid Program Administrator. Luke Lortie is joining State Aid Metro as State Aid Program Engineer. Read more employee news.

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