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HF 3493

Safe schools revenue increased; safe schools revenue available to charter schools, cooperative units, nonpublic schools, and Tribal contract schools made; and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ben Bakeberg and 10 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill expands school safety funding eligibility from public schools to charter, nonpublic, and Tribal schools while appropriating additional revenue for safety programs.

Authors added Dotseth and Johnson, W.
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Bill Summary · HF 3493

Legislative bill overview

HF 3493 increases funding for school safety programs in Minnesota and expands eligibility to receive these funds beyond traditional public schools to include charter schools, cooperative educational units, nonpublic schools, and Tribal contract schools. The bill appropriates money to support these expanded safe schools initiatives.

Why is this important

School safety funding directly affects student and staff security, including investments in mental health resources, threat assessment programs, and physical security measures. Expanding access to charter, nonpublic, and Tribal schools ensures more students across different educational settings can benefit from these safety resources, addressing potential equity gaps in school safety spending.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding source and amount: The bill doesn't specify how much money is being appropriated or where it comes from, raising questions about fiscal impact and competing budget priorities
  • Charter and nonpublic school inclusion: Some may argue public funds shouldn't support private school safety while others contend it's equitable to include all students; concerns about accountability and audit requirements for private institutions
  • Implementation and oversight: Unclear how funds will be distributed, monitored, and what standards different school types must meet to qualify, potentially creating administrative complexity

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

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