Vehicle platoon pilot project authorized for certain roads in Wilkin County and Grant County, and report required.

HF 3553 authorizes a pilot project for automated vehicle platoons (groups of connected vehicles operating with minimal human control) on specific roads in Wilkin and Grant Counties, Minnesota. It requires applicants to submit detailed plans to both county road authorities and the state transportation commissioner for approval, including safety details, vehicle specifications, and operating times. The bill mandates counties to consult with law enforcement on safety concerns before approving projects and sets a 60-day timeline for decisions. The pilot is limited to defined routes between cities like Nashua, Breckenridge, Wolverton, and Foxhome, with a requirement to submit a final report after the project concludes.