HF3220
Grants to schools for law enforcement entry devices provided, unused portion of an appropriation cancelled, and money appropriated.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: SF3426
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
This bill aims to enhance school safety in Minnesota by reallocating funds and providing financial support to schools for purchasing law enforcement entry devices. These devices are intended to ensure law enforcement can quickly and safely enter school buildings in emergencies.
Main Provisions
- School Grants: The bill specifies that schools will receive grants to acquire tools and equipment necessary for law enforcement officers to gain entrance into school premises, such as special keys or other entry devices.
- Fund Reallocation: It seeks to cancel any unspent funds from a previous 2018 appropriation designated for school safety improvements and redirect these funds to the new grant program.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- The bill proposes canceling the unused balance from a prior school safety grant initiative (2018) and repurposing those funds to support the current effort to improve law enforcement access to schools.
Relevant Terms
- School Safety
- Education Finance
- Law Enforcement Entry Devices
- School Grants
- Funding Reallocation
Past committee meetings
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Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 22, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Education Finance | |
| April 23, 2025 | House | Action | Motion to recall and re-refer, motion prevailed | Capital Investment | |
| April 30, 2025 | House | Action | Author added | ||
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Progress through the legislative process
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