SF2255 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

E-12 education appropriations and provisions modifications

Related bill: HF2433

AI Generated Summary

This bill proposes revisions to Minnesota's education finance laws, focusing on funding and policy changes for prekindergarten through grade 12 education. It includes provisions relating to general education, education excellence, American Indian education, teachers, special education, school facilities, nutrition, libraries, early childhood, and community education.

Key aspects of the bill include: - Adjustments to education funding formulas, including general and compensatory education revenue. - Amendments to statutes regarding pupil transportation, ensuring equal access to transportation for public school students. - Revisions to the allocation and calculation of compensatory revenue based on students eligible for free and reduced-price meals. - Changes to funding and reporting requirements for nonpublic school transportation aid. - Appropriations for various education programs and services. - Forecast adjustments in education finance.

The bill also repeals several existing statutes related to education finance and consolidates funding mechanisms for efficiency and equity in school funding.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 05, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 05, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toEducation Finance

Citations

 
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