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MN HF659

MN HF659
Community Engagement Response Team funding provided, and money appropriated.


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Introduced
02/13/2025
In Committee
02/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

94th Legislature 2025-2026

Bill Summary

A bill for an act relating to public safety; appropriating money for a Community Engagement Response Team.

AI Summary

This bill appropriates $250,000 from the state's general fund in fiscal year 2026 to the Commissioner of Public Safety, specifically to provide a grant to a nonprofit organization for establishing a Community Engagement Response Team (CERT) in the Rochester area. The CERT will be composed of community leaders and volunteers with a mission to enhance public safety by serving as a bridge between the Black community and law enforcement. The team's primary objectives include creating opportunities, mediating community conflicts, and advocating for the Black, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) community. By funding this initiative, the bill aims to improve community-law enforcement relations and provide support for historically marginalized populations through a locally-driven, community-centered approach.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduction and first reading, referred to Public Safety Finance and Policy (on 02/13/2025)

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