This bill aims to enhance public safety by providing financial support to the Minnesota Federated Humane Societies. It appropriates $850,000 from the general fund for both fiscal years 2026 and 2027 to the commissioner of public safety, specifically for an annual grant. The funds are designated for supporting animal cruelty investigations, increasing capacity, and providing training and education related to animal welfare. This appropriation will be added to the Department of Public Safety's base budget.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the commissioner of public safety submit an annual report by January 15 each year detailing how the grant funds were utilized. This report will be directed to the chairs and ranking minority members of the legislative committees overseeing public safety policy and finance, ensuring transparency and accountability in the use of the allocated funds.