Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to improve public safety in Ramsey County, Minnesota. It aims to do this by providing funding to the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office for enhanced security at cultural events and for increased participation in community engagement activities.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates a total of $2 million from the state's general fund over two fiscal years, specifically $1 million for fiscal year 2026 and another $1 million for fiscal year 2027.
• These funds will be given as a grant to the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office.
• The grant is intended for two key purposes:
  1. To fund security and other safety services at cultural events within Ramsey County.
  2. To enable peace officers to engage in community activities that are culturally sensitive and informed.

Significant Changes

• This bill introduces a temporary funding measure with a specified limited duration. It appropriates money for two fiscal years and is labeled as a one-time appropriation, meaning similar funding might not be available in subsequent years unless renewed by future legislation.

Relevant Terms

cultural events, public safety, Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, community engagement, peace officers, appropriation, general fund, security services