Reallocation of an appropriation for Northern Lights Express passenger rail provided, study of Minneapolis-Duluth intercity bus service required, transfer made, and money appropriated.

This bill cancels $194 million in unused funds for the Northern Lights Express rail project and reallocates the money to support transportation priorities. It requires a study analyzing current bus service demand, costs, and potential improvements between Minneapolis-St. Paul and Duluth, including ridership estimates and feasibility recommendations. The study must be completed by February 2026 and submitted to legislative committees. The remaining funds after the study appropriation are transferred to the highway user tax distribution fund. The bill directly affects Minnesotans in the Minneapolis-Duluth corridor who rely on intercity transit options.