Bill > HF2350

This bill provides funding and authorization for constructing a new State Patrol headquarters facility in the metropolitan area. Specifically, the bill appropriates $97,026,000 from bond proceeds to the commissioner of administration to acquire property, prepare a site, predesign, design, construct, furnish, and equip a new facility that will include office space, training space, evidence storage space, and fleet operations space. To finance this project, the commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds up to the $97,026,000 amount, following the procedures outlined in Minnesota Statutes and the state constitution. The bill specifies that the section becomes effective immediately after final enactment, allowing the state to proceed quickly with the headquarters project. This legislation represents a significant capital investment in upgrading the State Patrol's primary facility, potentially improving operational efficiency and working conditions for law enforcement personnel.

Budget and Finance

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF2350&ssn=0&y=2025