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HF2747 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Minnesota Independence College and Community grant funding provided for student scholarships and other specified purposes, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF3052

AI Generated Summary

Purpose of the Bill

The purpose of this bill is to allocate state funds to support Minnesota Independence College and Community. The funds will be used to provide financial aid in the form of scholarships, reduce tuition costs, and support institutional initiatives including program expansion.

Main Provisions

  • Funding Allocation: The bill proposes to allocate $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2026 and an additional $3,000,000 for fiscal year 2027. These funds will come from the state's general fund.
  • Scholarships and Tuition Reduction: The funding is intended to provide need-based scholarships and tuition reductions. This financial support is specifically designated for resident students.
  • Institutional Support and Expansion: Part of the money will be used to support the institution's operational needs and explore options for expanding its educational programs.

Significant Changes

  • This bill introduces direct state funding to Minnesota Independence College and Community, focusing on increasing accessibility to higher education through financial support and program development.

Relevant Terms

  • Higher education
  • Appropriation
  • Minnesota Independence College and Community
  • Scholarships
  • Tuition reduction
  • Institutional support
  • Program expansion

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHigher Education Finance and Policy
March 23, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHigher Education Finance and Policy

Citations

 
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        "Establishes grant for scholarships and support to certain institutions."
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      "summary": "This bill references eligibility criteria for scholarships and tuition reduction for resident students according to section 136A.101, subdivision 8.",
      "modified": [
        "Specifies funding amounts for fiscal years 2026 and 2027."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "136A.101",
    "subdivision": "subdivision 8"
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]

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