This bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 477C.01, subdivision 7, to modify the minimum employment threshold required for individuals to qualify as peace officers in certain municipalities for police state aid apportionment. The new language specifies that a peace officer must be employed for a minimum of two months in municipalities with populations under 5,000, six months in those with populations of 5,000 or more, or under specific conditions for municipalities that are not statutory or home rule charter cities, towns, or counties. The bill also clarifies the definition of "population" by adding a new subdivision that references section 477A.011, subdivision 3.

Additionally, the bill includes an effective date stating that these changes will apply to aids payable in calendar year 2026 and thereafter. This legislative update aims to ensure that the criteria for peace officer qualification align with the varying sizes of municipalities, thereby facilitating appropriate police state aid distribution.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 477C.01