SF1056

SF1056 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

District advisory committee requirement to comply with chapter 13D and give notice of meetings

AI Generated Summary

This bill, S.F. No. 1056, is focused on improving the involvement of local communities in the educational process in Minnesota. It requires each school board to set up a district advisory committee. This committee will guide the planning and improvement of instruction and curriculum that affect academic standards in the district. It emphasizes including a range of community members like teachers, parents, students, and other residents, reflecting the diverse makeup of the district. The committee also aims to support the academic progress of English learners and suggests the curriculum be rigorous, culturally relevant, and non-discriminatory. Additionally, the bill mandates that these committees operate transparently, complying with open meeting laws and publicizing their meeting times to encourage community participation.

Bill text versions

Introduction PDF file

Actions

Date	Chamber	Where	Type	Name	Committee Name
February 05, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Introduction and first reading
February 05, 2025	Senate	Floor	Action	Referred to	Education Policy

Citations

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  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Requirement for district advisory committees and subcommittees to provide public notice of meetings."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "The bill ensures that district advisory committees comply with the open meeting law as set out in Chapter 13D.",
      "modified": [
        "Clarification in compliance with Chapter 13D for advisory committees."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "13D"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [
        "Promotion of diversity and community representation in district advisory committees.",
        "Encouragement for translation services."
      ],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "This bill amends section 120B.11, subdivision 3, of Minnesota Statutes to address the composition and responsibilities of district advisory committees.",
      "modified": [
        "Updated committee goals and focus areas to include antiracist and culturally sustaining curriculum approaches."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "120B.11"
  },
  {
    "analysis": {
      "added": [],
      "removed": [],
      "summary": "References goals for English learners within the district advisory committee's responsibilities, under section 124D.59, subdivisions 2 and 2a.",
      "modified": [
        "Reiterated committee's role in improving literacy and achievement among English learners."
      ]
    },
    "citation": "124D.59"
  }
]