This bill addresses various aspects of the judiciary in Minnesota, focusing on data collection for security purposes and funding adjustments for the judicial branch. It introduces a new section, [299A.96], which mandates that Supreme Court justices submit and verify their emergency contact information annually to the commissioner of public safety. This information, classified as private data, can only be accessed by authorized personnel for public safety purposes. The bill also outlines the conditions under which this data may be used or disclosed, primarily for the safety of justices and their families or for law enforcement needs.

In addition to the data provisions, the bill amends existing laws to adjust funding for the judicial branch, including increases in the general fund base for various court operations. Specific appropriations include $250,000 for operational adjustments for the Supreme Court, $529,000 for safety and security measures, and $1,000,000 for a competitive grant program aimed at courthouse safety improvements. Similar appropriations are made for the Court of Appeals and District Courts, with a focus on operational adjustments and security enhancements. The bill is set to take effect the day after final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 299D.03