Minnesota SF692 establishes a reimbursement program for use of force training for peace officers.

Minnesota SF692 establishes a reimbursement program for use of force training for peace officers. The bill appropriates $2,500,000 in fiscal year 2025 to the commissioner of the Office of Higher Education for this purpose. To be eligible for reimbursement, training offered by postsecondary schools must satisfy specific requirements, including scenario-based training, instruction on stress effects, and de-escalation methods. Reimbursement is made at a rate of $450 for each officer who completes the training.

Minnesota SF692 establishes a reimbursement program for use of force training for peace officers.

Minnesota SF692 establishes a reimbursement program for use of force training for peace officers. The bill appropriates $2,500,000 in fiscal year 2025 to the commissioner of the Office of Higher Education for this purpose. To be eligible for reimbursement, training offered by postsecondary schools must satisfy specific requirements, including scenario-based training, instruction on stress effects, and de-escalation methods. Reimbursement is made at a rate of $450 for each officer who completes the training.