SF3052 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Minnesota Independence College and Community grant appropriation for student scholarships and other specified purposes
Related bill: HF2747
AI Generated Summary
Purpose of the Bill
The purpose of this bill is to allocate funding to Minnesota Independence College and Community to support higher education initiatives. This includes providing financial aid and expanding educational programs for students.
Main Provisions
- The bill proposes to appropriate $3,000,000 each year for fiscal years 2026 and 2027 from the general fund.
- The funds will be granted to Minnesota Independence College and Community by the Office of Higher Education.
- The grant will be used for:
- Need-based scholarships for students.
- Tuition reduction efforts.
- Institutional support.
- Exploration and execution of program expansion.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- The bill specifies that scholarships and tuition reductions will be available only to resident students, following the definition provided in Minnesota Statutes section 136A.101, subdivision 8. This maintains the focus on supporting local residents in accessing higher education.
Relevant Terms
higher education, Minnesota Independence College and Community, scholarships, tuition reduction, institutional support, program expansion, resident students, Minnesota Statutes section 136A.101
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
| March 26, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Higher Education |
Citations
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