SF2557
Funding increase for the school unemployment aid account in the special revenue fund
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
Related bill: HF1415
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The legislation aims to increase financial support for the school unemployment aid account, specifically to assist schools in managing unemployment costs for their hourly workers during the summer.
Main Provisions
- Appropriation of Funds: The bill allocates a specific sum from Minnesota's general fund to the Department of Education.
- Targeted Support: This financial support is intended for school unemployment aid, focusing on hourly workers who may need assistance during the summer months, specifically for the fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
- Alignment with Existing Statutes: This appropriation is structured in accordance with existing Minnesota Statutes, section 124D.995.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
This bill represents an increase in allocated funds to the existing school unemployment aid account, thereby providing additional financial resources to cover unemployment benefits for hourly school workers during periods when schools are not in session, such as summer terms.
Relevant Terms
- Education finance
- School unemployment aid
- Hourly workers
- Summer term
- Appropriation
- Department of Education
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 13, 2025 | Senate | Action | Introduction and first reading | ||
| March 13, 2025 | Senate | Action | Referred to | Education Finance | |
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Progress through the legislative process
In Committee
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