HF1572

HF1572 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Independent School District No. 742, St. Cloud grant funding provided for preschool programs; and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF328

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to provide financial support for early childhood education in the St. Cloud Area School District. Specifically, it allocates funds for preschool programs to enhance educational opportunities for young children.

Main Provisions

Grant Allocation: The bill proposes appropriating money to the Department of Education to fund preschool programs in the St. Cloud Area School District, designated as Independent School District No. 742.
Program Support: The funding will specifically support the "Preschool 4 Success" program, which is a collaborative effort with the Rotary Club of St. Cloud.
Funding Details: The appropriations for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 are specified, with funds being available until the end of the respective fiscal years (June 30, 2027, and June 30, 2028).

Significant Changes

Funding Administration: Up to three percent of the total appropriation can be used for the administration of this grant, as an exception to the general rules stated in Minnesota Statutes section 16B.98 subdivision 14.
One-time Appropriation: This funding is described as a one-time appropriation, indicating it does not constitute a recurring expense or financial commitment beyond the specified years.

Relevant Terms

Early childhood education
Preschool programs
St. Cloud Area School District
Independent School District No. 742
Preschool 4 Success program
Rotary Club of St. Cloud
Grant administration
Minnesota Department of Education

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
February 25, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Education Finance
March 02, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added

Citations

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