HF785 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Resident nonpublic school pupils allowed to participate in extracurricular activities.
Related bill: SF413
AI Generated Summary
The bill proposes to amend existing legislation in Minnesota to allow students who are homeschooled or attend nonpublic schools to participate in extracurricular activities offered by public schools on the same terms as public school students. It clarifies that extracurricular activities are managed outside the standard school curriculum and are not required for graduation but are for students' enjoyment under adult supervision. The bill also touches on funding specifics, indicating that the costs of these activities can be covered by school revenues and must be recorded financially like any other school expenses.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Education Policy |
| March 12, 2025 | House | Floor | Action | Author added |
Citations
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"Allows nonpublic school students to participate in public school extracurricular activities."
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"summary": "This bill amends the regulation of extracurricular activities for nonpublic school pupils under section 123B.49 subdivision 4.",
"modified": [
"Clarifies financial and operational management of extracurricular activities.",
"Specifies inclusion of home-schooled students in extracurricular activities."
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"citation": "123B.49"
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"summary": "This bill references the definition of a home school under section 123B.36 subdivision 1.",
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"summary": "This bill references compliance requirements for home schools under section 120A.22.",
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"citation": "120A.22"
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"summary": "This bill references compliance requirements for home schools under section 120A.24.",
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