Bill
SF 2389
Overview: SF 2389 - Bureau of Criminal Apprehension new regional office and laboratory facility bond issue and appropriationPurpose and Intent: The bill authorizes the issuance of
Overview: SF 2389 - Bureau of Criminal Apprehension new regional office and laboratory facility bond issue and appropriation
Purpose and Intent: The bill authorizes the issuance of state bonds and appropriates funds for the construction of a new regional office and laboratory facility for the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). The goal is to expand the BCA's capacity to serve law enforcement agencies and support criminal investigations across the state.
Key Provisions:
- Authorizes the sale of $45 million in state bonds to finance the construction of the new BCA facility
- Appropriates $45 million from the bond proceeds for the design, construction, and equipping of the new regional office and laboratory
- Specifies that the facility must be located outside of the seven-county metropolitan area to better serve Greater Minnesota
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, which will benefit from the expanded capacity and improved regional coverage
- Law enforcement agencies across the state, who will have improved access to the BCA's forensic and investigative resources
- Taxpayers, who will bear the cost of the $45 million bond issue
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been referred to the Capital Investment committee for further consideration.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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