New rules and updates
New Limousine rules
On Dec. 22, 2025, changes to Minnesota Rules, Chapter 8880, will become effective.These rules were published to the Minnesota Revisor's Office website on Dec. 15, 2025.This list provides a highlight of these changes, but operators should refer to the rules themselves for complete language.
- Annual renewal requirement for service permits;
- Requirement to obtain a USDOT number (if operator does not already have one, one must be obtained prior to renewal);
- Adjustment of value for a vehicle to be qualified as a limousine;
- Addition of a temporary permit and decal application process;
- New required content in the permit and decal applications;
- Addition of new grounds for suspension of a service permit;
- Updates to disqualifying criminal convictions and driving violations for limousine operators and drivers;
- Audits required once every three years, but may be more frequent if issues are found in previous audit; Incorporation of the "Minnesota Vehicle Requirements for Special Transportation Services and Limousines" for violation and out-of-service criteria;
- Record retention requirement for daily vehicle inspections; and
- Addition of a formal variance process.
To view the complete limousine rules, go to: https://www.revisor.mn.gov/rules/8880/. If you have questions about the rule changes, contact Jeff Cummins at 651-200-5611 or Mike Mckay at 651-366-3674.
Limousine Compliance Corner Bulletins
- October 29, 2025 STS and Limousine Compliance Corner - Where to park for your vehicle inspection
- April 24, 2025 Limo Compliance Corner - Rules for limousine window tint
- January 16, 2025 STS and Limousine Compliance Corner - Vehicle inspection appointment requirements