Purpose of the Bill

The primary goal of this bill is to improve public safety across Minnesota by providing resources to local government facilities for enhanced security measures.

Main Provisions

• The bill allocates $3,500,000 in fiscal year 2026 from the general fund.
• These funds are designated for the commissioner of public safety to distribute as a grant.
• The grant will be given to a group called the Fencing Consortium.
• The money is to be used specifically for purchasing and installing antiscale fencing, pedestrian doors, and vehicle gates.
• The initiative aims to ensure equitable access to safety and deescalation tools across government facilities that are members of the consortium throughout the state.

Significant Changes

• This bill proposes a new one-time appropriation for fiscal year 2026.
• The funds will be available until the completion or abandonment of the security project, adhering to specific Minnesota statutes.

Relevant Terms

• Capital investment
• Antiscale fencing
• Pedestrian doors
• Vehicle gates
• Public safety
• Fencing Consortium
• Equitable access
• One-time appropriation