SF3919

Purpose

Provide a one-time funding boost to support traffic safety enforcement in Safe Road Zones by giving grants to local governments. The money comes from the General Fund and is managed by the Commissioner of Public Safety to enhance enforcement activities in Safe Road Zones defined by Minnesota law.

Main Provisions

• Creates a Safe Road Zones Grants Appropriation of $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2026.
• Source: General Fund, to be given to the Commissioner of Public Safety.
• USE: Grants to local units of government to perform additional traffic safety enforcement activities in Safe Road Zones.
• Legal reference: Enforces activities under Minnesota Statutes section 169.065.
• Status: This is a one-time appropriation.
• Availability: Funds are available for use until June 30, 2027.

Financial Implications

• Amount: $1,000,000 in FY 2026.
• Recipient: Commissioner of Public Safety, to distribute as grants to local units of government.
• Duration: One-time funding, not a recurring annual appropriation.
• Coverage: Intended specifically for enhanced enforcement in Safe Road Zones.

Timing and Availability

• Fiscal Year: 2026.
• Availability window: Through June 30, 2027.

Significance and Potential Impact

• Adds targeted funding to expand or increase traffic safety enforcement in Safe Road Zones.
• Encourages local governments to participate by providing grant support.
• Aligns with existing Safe Road Zones requirements in Minnesota Statutes section 169.065.
• Signifies a temporary lift in enforcement resources rather than a permanent program expansion.

Relevant Terms

safe road zones traffic safety enforcement grants local units of government commissioner of public safety general fund Minnesota Statutes section 169.065 fiscal year 2026 one-time appropriation June 30, 2027 appropriation