SF1954 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Kids In Need Foundation appropriation
Related bill: HF1608
AI Generated Summary
This Minnesota Senate bill (S.F. No. 1954) proposes an appropriation of $3,000,000 from the general fund to the Department of Education for a grant to the Kids In Need Foundation. The grant aims to support Minnesota schools where at least 50% of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals, with a focus on low-income students and students of color. The funds may be used for:
- Providing educational supplies for the Rural and Indigenous School Equity program.
- Increasing access to the Kids In Need Foundation Teacher Resource Center and training facility.
- Enhancing volunteer spaces.
- Supporting additional supply distributions to teachers and students.
A portion of the appropriation may be used for grant administration, and the funding is designated as a one-time appropriation.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
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February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
February 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Education Finance |
March 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Author added |