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HF2433

Education finance bill.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)

Related bill: SF2255

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Purpose of the Bill

The bill relates to education finance in Minnesota, specifically addressing funding and regulatory changes for kindergarten through grade 12 education, as well as provisions for prekindergarten programs. It aims to improve various aspects of the state's education system, including special education, transportation, community education, and the administrative duties of state agencies.

Main Provisions

  • Funding and Appropriations: The bill provides financial appropriations for prekindergarten through grade 12 education. It also adjusts budget forecasts and stipulates how state aid should be distributed across public schools.

  • Transportation: Ensures equal transportation rights for students attending public schools. Schools can arrange transportation services for nonpublic school students via written agreements and retain associated state aids.

  • Special Education: Adjusts the definitions and provisions related to transportation for students with disabilities, ensuring necessary services are available and properly funded.

  • Nutritional and Library Services: Allocates funds to support school nutrition programs and libraries, emphasizing student welfare and educational resource access.

  • Compensatory Education Revenue: Modifies how compensatory education revenue is calculated and allocated to schools, ensuring consistent funding despite enrollment fluctuations.

  • Forecast Adjustments and Reporting: Includes requirements for state financial forecast adjustments and mandates regular reporting to monitor the effectiveness and reach of educational programs.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

  • Modifications of sections within Minnesota Statutes and previous laws to align with the new provisions, especially in areas concerning transportation, educational aid, and compensatory education revenue.

  • Repeal of specific sections in the Minnesota Statutes related to school operations and funding, reflecting an overhaul in the approach to education finance.

  • Adjustments in the way schools calculate transportation costs and compensatory revenue, aiming for a more equitable distribution of state resources among public and nonpublic schools.

Relevant Terms

  • Education finance
  • Public and nonpublic school transportation
  • Special education services
  • Compensatory education
  • Educational funding
  • State aid
  • Prekindergarten programs
  • School nutrition
  • Educational facilities

Bill text versions

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Past committee meetings

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Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 17, 2025HouseActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toEducation Finance
April 22, 2025HouseActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended and re-refer toWays and Means
April 30, 2025HouseActionCommittee report, to adopt as amended
April 30, 2025HouseActionSecond reading
May 01, 2025HouseActionHouse rule 1.21, placed on Calendar for the Day
May 05, 2025HouseActionMotion to lay on the table
May 05, 2025HouseActionMotion prevailed
May 16, 2025SenateActionReceived from House
May 16, 2025SenateActionIntroduction and first reading
May 16, 2025SenateActionReferred toRules and Administration
May 16, 2025HouseActionMotion to take from table
May 16, 2025HouseActionMotion prevailed
May 16, 2025HouseActionThird reading
May 16, 2025HouseActionBill was passed
May 17, 2025SenateActionComm report: Rule 45-amend, subst. General Orders
May 17, 2025SenateActionSecond reading
May 04, 2026SenateActionComm report: To pass as amended
May 04, 2026SenateActionSecond reading
May 14, 2026SenateActionGeneral Orders: Stricken and re-referred toFinance
May 15, 2026SenateActionComm report: To pass as amended
May 15, 2026SenateActionSecond reading
May 16, 2026HouseActionReturned from Senate with amendment
May 16, 2026SenateActionSpecial Order
May 16, 2026SenateActionThird reading Passed
May 16, 2026HouseActionMotion to concur with Senate amendments
May 16, 2026HouseActionMotion prevailed
May 16, 2026HouseActionThird reading as amended by the Senate
May 16, 2026HouseActionBill was repassed as amended by the Senate
SenateActionRule 47, returned toFinance
SenateActionPresentment date
SenateActionGovernor's action Approval
SenateActionSecretary of State
SenateActionEffective date
HouseActionPresented to Governor
HouseActionGovernor approval
HouseActionSecretary of State, Filed
HouseActionChapter number

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Progress through the legislative process

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