Minnesota SF176 allocates funds for State Patrol aircraft purchases and operations.

Minnesota SF176 provides appropriations for the State Patrol's aircraft needs. It allocates $14,500,000 for a helicopter purchase and equipping, $2,300,000 for a Cirrus single-engine airplane, and $1,700,000 each for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for staff and equipment costs. These funds are sourced from the trunk highway fund and are available until June 30, 2027.

Minnesota SF176 allocates funds for State Patrol aircraft purchases and operations.

Minnesota SF176 provides appropriations for the State Patrol's aircraft needs. It allocates $14,500,000 for a helicopter purchase and equipping, $2,300,000 for a Cirrus single-engine airplane, and $1,700,000 each for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 for staff and equipment costs. These funds are sourced from the trunk highway fund and are available until June 30, 2027.