Bill > HF2189

This bill establishes a new Public Safety Aid program that will distribute $300 million in state funds to counties, Tribal governments, and local units (towns with populations over 10,000 and cities) in 2025. The aid will be calculated based on population, with different allocation formulas for counties, Tribal governments, and local units. Recipients must use the funds for public safety purposes, including community violence prevention, mental health crisis responses, victim services, first responder wellness, and emergency services equipment. The bill specifically prohibits using the funds for certain expenses like police station construction, purchasing tactical vehicles, or covering costs associated with misconduct. The Commissioner of Revenue will calculate and distribute the aid, with 30% allocated to counties and Tribal governments and 70% to local units. Funds must be certified by September 1, 2025, and fully paid out by December 26, 2025. The appropriation is a one-time funding measure effective for aid payments in 2025, designed to support local public safety efforts across Minnesota.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2189&ssn=0&y=2025