The bill amends the Michigan Trust Fund Act by adding new sections and modifying existing definitions and provisions. Notably, it establishes the "public safety and violence prevention fund" within the Department of Treasury, which will receive funds from various sources, including sales tax and donations. The bill outlines how the funds will be allocated, including specific percentages designated for public health initiatives, crime victim support, and distributions to local governments based on their violent crime rates. Additionally, it sets conditions for the use of these funds, prohibiting expenditures on tactical vehicles over 15,000 pounds and certain technologies like facial recognition and chemical weapons.

The bill also introduces new definitions and clarifies the roles of state officials and local government entities in managing these funds. It emphasizes that the funds must not be transferred or used for purposes outside the specified allocations, ensuring that the focus remains on enhancing public safety and violence prevention efforts. The enactment of this bill is contingent upon the passage of another related bill, House Bill No. 4260.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 12.252