MN HF4190

Appropriates $10,000,000 in fiscal year 2027 from the general fund to the Commissioner of Public Safety for ARMER public safety radio communication system grants

Eligible recipients include local governments, federally recognized Tribal entities, and state agencies participating in the statewide ARMER system

Grant funds must be used to purchase or upgrade portable radios, mobile radios, and related interoperable equipment; each local government unit limited to one grant

Recipients must provide a minimum 5% match from nonstate funds, and 33% of grant amounts must go to metropolitan area local governments

The Department of Public Safety Emergency Communication Networks division administers the program, with the Statewide Emergency Communications Board approving allocation methodology; funds available until June 30, 2029