SF1141 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

School district noncompliance with unfunded mandates authorization

Related bill: HF1284

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Senate File No. 1141 is a legislative bill in Minnesota that proposes a new rule for school districts regarding unfunded mandates. The bill would allow school districts to not comply with state mandates that have not been provided with necessary funding. This includes mandates affecting daily school operations, the school board’s authority to set education policies, changes to a school district's curriculum, or changes to spending priorities. However, there are exceptions: if the cost of the mandate is very small compared to the total school budget, or if the mandate relates to financial audits or is crucial for student safety and health, the district must still comply.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 09, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
February 09, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toEducation Policy
March 23, 2025SenateFloorActionAuthor stricken
March 23, 2025SenateFloorActionAuthor stricken