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Supporting Public Safety Innovation: New Programs and Funding

This act aims to improve public safety by funding innovative projects. Citizens may experience changes in mental health crisis response and a reduction in incidents involving law enforcement misconduct. Additionally, the act seeks to reduce law enforcement's reliance on fines and fees, which could impact personal finances.
Key points
Funding for projects improving public safety, including better mental health crisis response.
Possibility of reassigning some law enforcement functions to unarmed public employees.
Measures to reduce misconduct and civil rights violations by law enforcement officers.
Decreasing law enforcement's reliance on fines and fees, potentially affecting citizens' costs.
Review and potential reforms to criminal statutes to eliminate unnecessary fines and reduce mandatory minimum sentences.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5207
Sponsor: Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN]
Process start date: 2022-12-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Supporting Innovation in Public Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_5207.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding for projects improving public safety, including better mental health crisis response.
  • Possibility of reassigning some law enforcement functions to unarmed public employees.
  • Measures to reduce misconduct and civil rights violations by law enforcement officers.
  • Decreasing law enforcement's reliance on fines and fees, potentially affecting citizens' costs.
  • Review and potential reforms to criminal statutes to eliminate unnecessary fines and reduce mandatory minimum sentences.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Smith, Tina [D-MN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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