MnDOT Issues Reminder on Political Signage Rules for Highway Areas
St. Paul, Minn. – As election season ramps up, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is issuing a reminder to political campaigners about the strict regulations surrounding the placement of signage along highways. These laws are designed to maintain safety and oversee aesthetic standards along roadways. Minnesota state law prohibits the placement of any signs, including political campaign signs, on public right-of-ways which often include spaces along highways, interstates, and streets. The rule also applies to placement on utility poles and other structures within these state-controlled areas. Violations of this statute can lead to consequences. … Read more