SF3180

SF3180 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Annual reporting on school resource officer contracts requirement

Related bill: HF2088

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability regarding the use of School Resource Officers (SROs) in educational settings by requiring detailed annual reporting on SRO contracts to the Minnesota Department of Education.

Main Provisions

Annual Reporting Requirement: School boards that have contracts for the services of SROs must submit an annual report to the commissioner of education.
Details of the Report: The report should include:
- The law enforcement agency providing the SROs.
- The duration of the SRO contract, specifying both start and end dates.
- The number of SROs that are under contract.
- The specific school sites where the SROs are assigned.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024 section 123B.02 subdivision 25 by adding a requirement for school boards to submit annual reports detailing their contracts with SROs. This adds an element of oversight and aims to ensure that the use of SROs in schools is transparent and their deployment is well-documented.

Relevant Terms

School Resource Officer (SRO)
Law enforcement agency
Contract duration
School sites
Annual report
Commissioner of education

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 31, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
March 31, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Education Policy

Citations

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