Subd. 1. Definitions.

The terms used in this section have the meanings given them in this subdivision:

1. (a) "Bomb disposal unit" means a commissioner-approved unit consisting of persons who are trained and equipped to dispose of or neutralize bombs or other similar hazardous explosives and who are employed by a municipality.
2. (b) "Commissioner" means the commissioner of public safety.
3. (c) "Municipality" has the meaning given it in section 466.01.
4. (d) "Hazardous explosives" means explosives as defined in section 299F.72, subdivision 2, explosive devices and incendiary devices as defined in section 609.668, subdivision 1, and all materials subject to regulation under United States Code, title 18, chapter 40.

Subd. 2. Expense reimbursement.

The commissioner may reimburse bomb disposal units for reasonable expenses incurred to dispose of or neutralize bombs or other similar hazardous explosives for their employer-municipality or for another municipality outside the jurisdiction of the employer-municipality but within the state. Reimbursement is limited to the extent of appropriated funds.

Subd. 3. Agreements.

The commissioner may enter into contracts or agreements with bomb disposal units to implement and administer this section.