This bill (H.F. No. 1265) aims to revise American Indian cultural programming services within Minnesota's correctional system. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 241.80, to mandate that the Commissioner of Corrections develop policies to provide cultural programming services to American Indian individuals in both juvenile and adult state correctional facilities, as well as community-based correctional programs.

Key provisions include: - Enabling the Commissioner of Corrections to contract with American Indian nonprofit organizations to deliver these services, within budget constraints. - Offering programming that focuses on: - Teaching work habits and skills for post-incarceration self-sufficiency. - Fostering cultural pride and strengthening American Indian identity. - Enhancing understanding of cultural differences. - Educating Department of Corrections staff on American Indian traditions and spiritual practices. - Facilitating partnerships with Tribal Nations to address the specific needs of American Indian inmates. - Increasing access to medicine men and spiritual leaders for guidance on cultural and spiritual matters. - Ensuring American Indian individuals are involved in programs that aid their rehabilitation. - Providing services to support their reintegration into the community.

Overall, the bill seeks to improve rehabilitation efforts and cultural competency within the correctional system for American Indian individuals.