Port development assistance grant caps modification

This bill modifies the maximum amount of state funding allowed for port development projects in Minnesota. It changes the current limit so that state assistance cannot exceed 80 percent of a project's total cost, which is an increase from the previous 75 percent cap. The legislation also clarifies that state funds cannot be used to match other state funding sources and confirms that the state will not assume ongoing financial responsibility for commercial navigation facilities. These changes directly affect the Minnesota Department of Transportation and port authorities seeking state grants for infrastructure improvements. The bill aims to provide more flexibility for port development projects while maintaining specific restrictions on how the funds can be utilized.