The bill establishes the Organized Retail and Supply Chain Crimes Advisory Board within the Minnesota Department of Public Safety. This board is tasked with providing guidance on the investigation and prosecution of organized retail and supply chain theft. It will consist of various members, including representatives from law enforcement, legal entities, and retail associations, and will be responsible for developing strategies to combat organized retail crime. The board will also appoint a statewide coordinator to oversee multijurisdictional enforcement activities and ensure compliance with investigative protocols.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for funding, with appropriations from the general fund for the fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to support the board's operations. The commissioner of public safety is required to submit an annual report detailing the board's activities and recommendations to relevant legislative committees. The advisory board is designed to be a permanent entity, ensuring ongoing efforts to address organized retail and supply chain theft in Minnesota.