Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to provide financial support for enhancing security measures around local government facilities in Minnesota. Specifically, the funding is intended to assist in the acquisition of security infrastructure such as antiscale fencing, pedestrian doors, and vehicle gates.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill proposes an appropriation of $3,500,000 for the fiscal year 2026. These funds are sourced from the general fund.
• Grant to Fencing Consortium: The allocated money will be given as a grant to the Fencing Consortium, which represents various local government facilities across the state.
• Infrastructure Purchases: The grant will be used specifically for purchasing antiscale fencing, pedestrian doors, and vehicle gates aimed at ensuring safety and security.
• Project Duration: This financial support is a one-time appropriation and remains available until the relevant project is completed or halted, as per Minnesota Statutes.

Significant Changes

• There is no direct amendment to existing laws; however, the bill introduces a new measure by appropriating state funds specifically for improving security infrastructure at local governmental facilities.

Relevant Terms

• Capital investment
• Appropriation
• Antiscale fencing
• Pedestrian doors
• Vehicle gates
• Security infrastructure
• Fencing Consortium
• Local government facilities