Bill > SF763

This bill proposes to eliminate the Public Safety Advisory Council by removing its references in existing law and repealing the entire section detailing the council's establishment and functions. Specifically, the bill amends Minnesota Statutes section 626.8457 to remove language referencing the council's involvement in data collection and evaluation by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Board. The bill eliminates a provision that previously required the board to submit the council's recommendations to its agenda and removes the requirement for the board to provide the council with office support, supplies, and administrative assistance. The Public Safety Advisory Council, which was previously composed of 15 members including law enforcement representatives, community board members, mental health and victim advocates, and legislative appointees, will be completely dissolved. The council's original purpose was to assist the board in maintaining policies that protect civil and human rights, provide citizen involvement in policing, and advance policies promoting positive police-community interactions. By repealing this section, the bill effectively terminates the council's existence and its role in providing oversight and recommendations related to peace officer standards and community relations.

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