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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

Past committee meetings

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
April 28, 2025SenateFloorActionReceived from House
April 28, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
April 28, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toRules and Administration
April 28, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toRules and Administration
April 29, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders
April 29, 2025SenateFloorActionComm report: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders
April 29, 2025SenateFloorActionSecond reading
April 29, 2025SenateFloorActionSecond reading
April 30, 2025SenateFloorActionSpecial Order: Amended
April 30, 2025SenateFloorActionSpecial Order: Amended
April 30, 2025SenateFloorActionThird reading Passed as amended
April 30, 2025SenateFloorActionThird reading Passed as amended
May 06, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse not concur, conference committee requested
May 06, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse not concur, conference committee requested
May 06, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse conferees
May 06, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse conferees
May 06, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate accedes, CC of 5 be appointed
May 06, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate accedes, CC of 5 be appointed
May 06, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate conferees
May 06, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate conferees
May 18, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse adopted HCC report and repassed bill
May 18, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse adopted HCC report and repassed bill
May 18, 2025SenateFloorActionHouse adopted HCC report and repassed bill
May 18, 2025SenateFloorActionConference committee report, delete everything
May 18, 2025SenateFloorActionConference committee report, delete everything
May 18, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate adopted CC report and repassed bill
May 18, 2025SenateFloorActionSenate adopted CC report and repassed bill
May 18, 2025SenateFloorActionThird Reading Repassed
May 18, 2025SenateFloorActionThird Reading Repassed
May 19, 2025HouseFloorActionSenate adopted conference committee report, bill repassed
HouseFloorActionHouse rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
SenateNoteActionPresentment date
SenateNoteActionPresentment date
SenateNoteActionGovernor's action Approval
SenateNoteActionGovernor's action Approval
SenateNoteActionSecretary of State
SenateNoteActionSecretary of State
SenateNoteActionEffective date
SenateNoteActionEffective date
HouseFloorActionPresented to Governor
HouseNoteActionGovernor approval
HouseFloorActionSecretary of State, Filed
HouseNoteActionChapter number

Citations

 
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Progress through the legislative process

Enacted

Sponsors