Availability extension of funds appropriated for law enforcement use of force training

SF 3905 extends the deadline for using $250,000 in state funds allocated for law enforcement use-of-force training. The bill modifies existing law to allow these funds to remain available until June 30, 2027, instead of an earlier expiration date. This funding reimburses postsecondary schools $450 per peace officer who completes approved training programs, which must include scenario-based exercises with nonlethal ammunition, stress management, de-escalation techniques, and bias training. The training must be offered at no cost to officers or agencies and meet specific standards set by Minnesota law. This change directly affects eligible colleges and training programs serving peace officers across the state.