HF2432

HF2432 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Judiciary, public safety, and corrections policy and finance bill.

Related bill: SF1417

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This legislative bill addresses various aspects of public safety and corrections within Minnesota. It seeks to enhance public safety measures, provide support for crime victims, and improve resources and training for law enforcement and corrections personnel.

Main Provisions

Public Safety Policies and Funding: Establishes policies for funding public safety measures, including appropriations for emergency management, criminal apprehension, and community supervision. The bill appropriates resources for emergency communication networks, officer training, and crime victim support services.
Crime Victims Account: The bill creates a dedicated Minnesota Victims of Crime account to support victims through direct services and advocacy. Funds for this account are sourced from various appropriations, including court-imposed penalties on corporate crime offenders.
Law Enforcement Training and Standards: Allocates funds for law enforcement education and training programs, including specialized grants for peace officer training on crisis response and cultural competency.
Corrections Support and Supervision: Provides funding for correctional services, including community supervision and post-release programs, with specific resources allocated for housing assistance for individuals transitioning from incarceration.
Tribal Nation Engagement: Ensures Tribal Nations have access to community supervision funding and can provide their own supervision or supportive services as needed.
Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Regulation: Defines and prohibits activities related to fentanyl and methamphetamine exposure, particularly concerning minors and vulnerable adults.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

Corporate Offender Penalties: Implements a new system of monetary penalties for corporate offenders, with contributions directed to the victims of crime account. The fines vary based on the severity of the offense.
Grant Administration Costs: Allows certain percentages of appropriations for grants to be used for grant administration, providing clarity on funding allocations and administrative approvals.
Increased Fees for Civil Marriage Licenses: Adjusts the fee structure for marriage licenses, increasing fees and specifying allocations for the collected amounts to support various programs.

Relevant Terms

Public safety
Crime victim services
Peace officer training
Corrections funding
Tribal Nation supervision
Methamphetamine paraphernalia
Fentanyl exposure
Corporate offender penalties
Emergency communication
Crisis response training

Bill text versions

1st Engrossment PDF file
Introduction PDF file
2nd Engrossment PDF file
3rd Engrossment PDF file
1st Unofficial Engrossment PDF file

Upcoming committee meetings

Public Safety Finance and Policy on: May 06, 2025 13:00
Public Safety Finance and Policy on: May 06, 2025 13:00

Past committee meetings

Ways and Means on: April 22, 2025 12:30

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
April 27, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Received from House
March 16, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Public Safety Finance and Policy
April 27, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Received from House
April 27, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
April 27, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
April 09, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Committee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer to	Ways and Means
April 27, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Rules and Administration
April 22, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Committee report, to adopt as amended
April 22, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Committee report, to adopt as amended
April 22, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Second reading
April 22, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Second reading
April 28, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Comm report: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders
April 28, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Comm report: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders
April 23, 2025	House	Floor	Action	House rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
	House	Floor	Action	House rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
April 23, 2025	House	Floor	Action	House rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
April 28, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Second reading
April 28, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Second reading
April 29, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Special Order: Amended
April 29, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Special Order: Amended
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Amended
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Amended
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Point of order raised, ruled not well taken
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Point of order raised, ruled not well taken
April 29, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Third reading Passed as amended
April 29, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Third reading Passed as amended
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Point of order raised, ruled not well taken
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Point of order raised, ruled not well taken
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Third reading as amended
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Third reading as amended
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Bill was passed as amended
April 24, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Bill was passed as amended
April 30, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Returned from Senate with amendment
April 30, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Returned from Senate with amendment
April 30, 2025	House	Floor	Action	House refuses to concur, conference committee of 4 requested
April 30, 2025	House	Floor	Action	House refuses to concur, conference committee requested

Citations

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        "Clarifications on definitions related to law enforcement data."
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      "summary": "The bill amends the definitions for governmental data practices under section 13.82, subdivision 1.",
      "modified": [
        "Updates on public access data definitions."
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    "subdivision": "subdivision 1"
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    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "New exceptions for compensation limits."
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      "summary": "Modifies compensation rules for state employees under section 43A.17, subdivision 13.",
      "modified": [
        "Changes to collective bargaining agreements."
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    "citation": "43A.17",
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    "analysis": {
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        "New subdivision adding further responsibilities to the Commerce Fraud Bureau."
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      "modified": [
        "Expansion of certain powers of the Bureau."
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    "citation": "45.0135",
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    "analysis": {
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        "Clarifications to what constitutes insurance fraud."
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    "citation": "60A.951",
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    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Additional reporting requirements for corrections fees."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Alters corrections fees and reporting requirements under section 244.18.",
      "modified": [
        "Change in expiration dates for fee-related provisions."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "244.18",
    "subdivision": "subdivisions 1, 7, 9"
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    "analysis": {
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        "Annual transfer to victims of crime account."
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      "summary": "Establishes transfer and use of funds to Minnesota victims of crime account under section 299A.708.",
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        "Distribution of collected funds."
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