Senate File No. 1354 is a legislative bill proposed in Minnesota that aims to establish a School Health Advisory Committee. This committee is designed to provide advice to the governor and the legislature on various aspects of school health to enhance student health and educational outcomes. Here are the key components of the bill:

1. Purpose and Formation of the Committee: The bill proposes the creation of a School Health Advisory Committee, which will focus on evaluating and recommending policies and programs that:

   • Improve and protect the health of schoolchildren.
   • Address health-related barriers to learning.
   • Ensure the collection of essential health data for schoolchildren.
   • Promote evidence-based school nursing and other health services.
   • Develop coordinated care models for children with chronic and acute health conditions, like asthma and diabetes, ensuring they can participate fully in school activities while maintaining their health.

2. Duties and Responsibilities:

   • The committee is tasked with reviewing current practices and suggesting improvements.
   • It will identify essential student health data and report on children's health needs yearly.
   • The committee will propose models for safe and coordinated school health services.
   • Recommendations on funding sources for school health services will also be made.

3. Composition of the Committee:

   • Members of the committee will be appointed by the governor and include professional healthcare providers, school health specialists, school administrators, board members, parents of children with special health needs, and legislators.
   • Members will serve for two-year terms and must be appointed by September 1, 2025.

4. Meetings and Reporting:

   • The committee will meet monthly in its first year and quarterly thereafter.
   • Annual reports beginning January 15 will provide guidance on policies and practices related to school health.

5. Support and Administration:

   • The Committee will be supported administratively by the Departments of Education and Health, along with the Board of Nursing.

Overall, this bill aims to systematically enhance health support structures within Minnesota schools, ensuring children are healthy and well-equipped to succeed academically.