Appropriation; City of Moorhead for purchasing surveillance and electronic locking equipment for police department and city hall.
Impact
If enacted, HB 4070 will facilitate the procurement of necessary security systems that could significantly enhance the operational capabilities of the Moorhead police department. By investing in surveillance and electronic locking systems, the city aims to improve public safety, which aligns with broader state objectives of promoting community security and law enforcement effectiveness. The bill represents a targeted effort to address local security needs through state financial support.
Summary
House Bill 4070 is proposed legislation aimed at assisting the City of Moorhead with funding for enhanced security measures for its police department and city hall. The bill specifically allocates a total of $25,034 from the State General Fund for the fiscal year 2025, starting from July 1, 2024. This appropriation is intended to cover costs related to the purchase of surveillance and electronic locking equipment, enhancing the safety and security of local government facilities.
Contention
While the bill does not appear to face significant opposition in its current form, it reflects a common legislative sentiment towards bolstering local law enforcement. However, discussions around funding allocation for police and security measures can often spur debate, particularly regarding the extent to which state funds should be directed toward law enforcement versus community services. This budget allocation continues to highlight the ongoing discussions about public safety priorities in the legislature.
To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2022.