SF1275

Senate Bill S.F. No. 1275 is a proposed law intended to adjust the funding for extended educational programs in Minnesota. This bill seeks to connect the extended time revenue, which supports additional instructional time outside of the regular school hours, to the basic formula allowance that generally determines funding for schools. Specifically, the bill proposes that starting from fiscal year 2026, the allowance for extended time will be calculated based on the yearly increase of the basic formula allowance.

The bill also outlines how the revenue can be used, including support for extra instruction after the usual school year ends and before the new one begins, particularly focusing on students attending day treatment programs or those placed in children's residential facilities. Furthermore, the revenue from this fund can be utilized for various educational programs such as extended day and week programs, vacation break academies, and summer school.

This legislative effort is aimed at ensuring that funding for extended learning opportunities keeps pace with increases in general education funding, hence supporting schools in providing additional instructional services for students needing extra educational support.