The bill establishes a new voluntary grant program under Minnesota Statutes, section 123B.573, aimed at enhancing school safety through the implementation of video analytics software. This program will assist school districts, charter schools, and nonpublic schools in utilizing existing camera infrastructure to improve safety measures, including early threat detection, monitoring unauthorized access, and real-time alerting during safety incidents. The grant funds can be used for software acquisition, licensing, training, and maintenance, but not for purchasing new camera hardware unless necessary for integration. Participation in the program is voluntary, allowing schools to maintain local control over implementation and operational policies.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for data privacy, requiring compliance with state and federal laws and implementing privacy-protective features in the video analytics systems. The commissioner of education is tasked with awarding grants, prioritizing applicants that demonstrate a need for safety improvements and effective training plans. A report on the program's outcomes and recommendations for statutory changes will be submitted annually starting January 15, 2027. The bill also appropriates funds from the general fund to support the grant program, with specific allocations for grant administration and a base amount for future fiscal years.