Availability of funds appropriated for law enforcement use of force training extended.

HF 3440 extends the deadline for using $250,000 in existing state funds allocated for law enforcement use-of-force training. The bill changes the expiration date from June 30, 2026, to June 30, 2027, for reimbursement grants paid to postsecondary schools. These schools provide free, certified in-service training to peace officers on topics like de-escalation, stress effects, and scenario-based use of force. The training must include nonlethal firearms practice and meet specific curriculum standards under Minnesota Statutes. This extension allows schools and agencies more time to complete qualifying training programs before the funds expire.