Certain law enforcement training reimbursement funding made ongoing provision

This bill makes the "Philando Castile Memorial Training Fund" an ongoing annual appropriation of $6 million starting in fiscal year 2026. It directly affects law enforcement agencies and training sponsors by providing ongoing reimbursement for approved courses focused on use of force (Minn. Stat. §626.8452), crisis response/conflict management/cultural diversity (§626.8469), and autism training (§626.8474). Key provisions require course sponsors to submit detailed applications including course outlines, instructor qualifications, and learning assessments, with the board reviewing courses annually to ensure they meet approved learning outcomes. The fund must first reimburse all eligible approved courses before potentially covering additional training.