HF1001

House File No. 1001 is a legislative bill focused on increasing funding for career and technical education in Minnesota school districts. The bill proposes amendments to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 124D.4531 which include several key changes:

1. Increase in Revenue Allocation: School districts with approved career and technical programs can receive revenue that equals 35-50% of approved expenditures related to specific educational activities. These expenditures include:

   • Salaries for licensed personnel who provide direct instructional services, including extended contracts.
   • Payments to other Minnesota districts for salaries of licensed personnel involved in career and technical education.
   • Contracted services from public or private agencies.
   • Necessary travel expenses for licensed personnel for instructional activities, vocational student organization activities, and professional development.
   • Expenditures on curriculum development as part of a program improvement plan.
   • Costs of specialized vocational instructional supplies.

2. Financial Caps: The bill sets maximum amounts for this levy revenue:

   • $17,850,000 for taxes payable in 2012.
   • $15,520,000 for taxes payable in 2013.
   • $20,657,000 for taxes payable in 2014. If the estimated revenue exceeds these caps, adjustments must be made to ensure compliance.

3. Revenue Recognition and Adjustment: Districts must recognize the full amount of this revenue in the fiscal year it is certified, and if necessary, adjust the percentage of the approved revenue to stay within the set limits.

Lastly, the bill includes the repeal of subdivision 3a from the same section.

This legislative effort is intended to bolster resources for career and technical education, thereby supporting specialized educational programs that prepare students for various professional roles.