HF2179 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

State Patrol aircraft purchases and operations funding provided, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF176

AI Generated Summary

The bill (H.F. No. 2179) proposes funding for the Minnesota State Patrol to purchase and operate aircraft. It appropriates:

  • $14,500,000 in fiscal year 2026 from the trunk highway fund to purchase and equip a helicopter for the State Patrol.
  • $2,300,000 in fiscal year 2026 from the trunk highway fund to purchase a Cirrus single-engine airplane for the State Patrol.
  • $1,700,000 in fiscal years 2026 and 2027 (each year) from the trunk highway fund for staff and equipment costs related to pilots.

These appropriations are one-time funds and will be available until June 30, 2027.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 11, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toTransportation Finance and Policy
March 11, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toTransportation Finance and Policy