HF1491 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Evidence-based education grant goals clarified.
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This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1491), authored by Representative Bennett, seeks to clarify the goals for education grants awarded by the Commissioner of Education. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 127A.20, subdivision 2, to require that grant applicants include a statement of their program's goals and use of funds. Additionally, it specifies that, where possible, these goals should align with Minnesota’s World’s Best Workforce initiative, comprehensive achievement and civic readiness objectives, and the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) accountability systems.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 24, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Education Policy |
| March 10, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Committee report, to adopt | |
| March 10, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Second reading | |
| March 11, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | House rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day | |
| March 13, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Motion to lay on the table | |
| March 13, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Motion prevailed |