The legislative bill introduced in the Minnesota House of Representatives aims to establish a funding program to support use of force training for law enforcement officers. The bill specifies that $2,500,000 will be allocated in 2025 from the state's general fund to provide reimbursement grants to accredited postsecondary schools. These schools offer professional peace officer education programs that include training on the use of force, including deadly force.

To qualify for the reimbursement, the training provided by these schools must meet certain standards set by the Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training. The training must include scenario-based activities using non-lethal ammunition, as well as instructions on stress effects, de-escalation tactics, bias awareness, and other relevant skills. Each eligible training session per officer will be reimbursed at a rate of $450.

The bill's overall goal is to enhance the skills and knowledge of peace officers in handling difficult and violent situations, thereby potentially improving public safety outcomes.