HF2388

HF2388 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Local optional aid and levy replaced with basic supplemental revenue, basic supplemental aid amount increased, and money appropriated.

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

This bill aims to reform education finance in Minnesota by replacing specific local aid and levy structures with a standardized system of basic supplemental revenue for schools. Additionally, it seeks to increase the amount of basic supplemental aid provided to educational institutions.

Main Provisions

Replacement of Local Optional Aid and Levy: The bill proposes to eliminate the local optional aid and levy system and replace it with basic supplemental revenue. This change is intended to streamline and simplify the funding process for schools.
Increase in Basic Supplemental Aid: An increase in the amount of basic supplemental aid is proposed, which will provide more financial resources to schools, thereby potentially enhancing educational services and opportunities for students.
Funding Adjustments for Different School Types: The bill addresses how general education revenue will be calculated for charter schools and other educational institutions, ensuring they receive funding as if they were traditional school districts. It includes specific provisions for charter schools with extended day, week, or summer programs to receive additional funding.
Special Education Provisions: The bill outlines adjustments to ensure special education charter schools receive adequate funding to cover unreimbursed costs for students not eligible for special education services.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

Amendment of Revenue Calculation: The bill modifies Minnesota Statutes regarding how general education revenue is calculated and distributed, particularly affecting sections related to charter schools and education finance.
Equitable Funding Distribution: By transitioning to basic supplemental revenue, the bill aims at a more equitable distribution of funds across various educational institutions, possibly reducing discrepancies between districts and schools.

Relevant Terms

Education finance reform
Basic supplemental revenue
Local optional aid and levy
Charter schools
General education revenue
Special education funding
Minnesota Statutes amendment

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
March 16, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading, referred to	Education Finance
March 19, 2025	House	Floor	Action	Author added

Citations

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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Modifies the formula allowance for general education revenue calculations.",
      "modified": [
        "Changes relevant multipliers in the revenue calculation."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "126C.10",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "Defines provisions for eligible special education charter schools.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarifies calculation method for unreimbursed special education costs."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "124E.21",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 2"
  }
]