Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page.  Neighbors, On Monday, the Minnesota House of Representatives passed comprehensive legislation to provide a uniform system across the state for districts that decide to have a School Resource Officer (SRO) program. It provides clarity law enforcement agencies and school districts sought last fall regarding the use-of-force standard. Significantly, the bill requires the Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Board to develop a model policy. The policy will have minimum standards for proper use of force, response tactics to minimize the use of prone restraints and other physical holds, the duty to render care, alternative procedures to de-escalate conflict, and considerations to build constructive police relationships with students, administrators, and educational staff. The bill requires the POST Board to develop this policy with impacted Minnesotans including law enforcement, education experts, local units of government, community advocates, and organizations representing youth. Complete My Legislative SurveyListening to my constituents is the most important part of my job as your state representative. Please take a few minutes to fill out my 2024 survey. Your responses will help me better understand your viewpoints, concerns, and values. Click here to complete my survey. Thank you for making your voice heard! The CommunityIn Human Services Finance Committee this week, I presented legislation to help a Minnetonka nursing facility address renovation issues. The changes will help the nursing facility continue to be available for those in the community. EMT Training/Paramedic Scholarships Available DFLers are working to address the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) statewide shortage. One initiative funds a one-time appropriation of $3 million to provide up to 600 scholarships of $5,000 each starting Fall 2024 to be awarded by June 30, 2026. If you or anyone you know might be interested in this opportunity to serve the public and give back to the community, you can find eligibility information here. Celebrating WomenMarch is Women’s History Month. Join me in celebrating the contributions women have made to our history, society, and culture!  Stay connected with the legislatureThe Minnesota House of Representatives Public Information Services offers nonpartisan recaps of high-profile bills, committee hearings, and floor sessions with their Session Daily publication. Subscribe to receive these here. You can track bills of interest with the MyBills feature and for general House of Representatives’ information, click on the website. Please continue to reach out with any input, ideas, or feedback about the issues important to you. I value hearing from you, so call or email me any time. You can also connect with me on Facebook here. It is an honor to represent you at the State Capitol. Sincerely, Laurie Pryor State Representative Rep. Laurie Pryor
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