SF81 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Independent School District No. 99, Esko, American Indian Removal and replacement costs appropriation
Related bill: HF830
AI Generated Summary
The bill SF No 81 proposes allocating funds to Independent School District No. 99 in Esko, Minnesota, to cover the costs associated with removing and replacing their American Indian mascot. This initiative is in compliance with a specific Minnesota law that presumably mandates such changes. The proposed funding amount is $945,000, and it is intended to cover expenses for replacing mascots on various school items and facilities, such as athletic uniforms, clocks, signage, furniture, and gym and field surfaces. The expenses eligible for reimbursement must be incurred after June 1, 2023. The allocation of these funds is a one-time appropriation and will be available until June 30, 2028.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
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January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Introduction and first reading | |
January 15, 2025 | Senate | Floor | Action | Referred to | Education Finance |
Citations
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