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SF 3813

Firearm safety, trap shooting, archery, hunting, and angling in school physical education courses grant program establishment and appropriation

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Cal Bahr and 4 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill establishes K-12 school grant program funding firearm safety, trap shooting, archery, hunting, and angling instruction in PE courses.

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Bill Summary · SF 3813

Legislative bill overview

SF 3813 establishes a grant program to fund firearm safety, trap shooting, archery, hunting, and angling instruction within Minnesota school physical education courses. The bill includes an appropriation to support schools implementing these outdoor skill-based programs as part of their PE curriculum.

Why is this important

This bill directly impacts how schools allocate PE resources and what extracurricular skills students can access during school hours. It reflects broader debates about outdoor recreation education, gun safety instruction in schools, and how public funds support different educational priorities in rural versus urban districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Firearm instruction in schools: Opponents may argue schools should not introduce firearms instruction, citing safety concerns and mission creep beyond traditional academics; supporters contend safety education prevents accidents and reflects rural community values
  • Funding allocation: Questions about whether grant funding diverts resources from traditional PE, whether rural schools benefit disproportionately, and competing priorities for education dollars
  • Age-appropriateness and liability: Debate over which grade levels should participate, parental consent requirements, and school liability exposure for shooting sports instruction

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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