HF3312
Perpich Center for Arts Education high school converted to pupil-based funding for two years; Perpich Center for Arts Education closed on June 30, 2027; and money appropriated.
Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026)
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Purpose of the Bill
The bill intends to manage the transition and eventual closure of the Perpich Center for Arts Education, a specialized arts high school in Minnesota. It aims to establish a two-year period of pupil-based funding before closing the center on June 30, 2027.
Main Provisions
- Funding Change: For the next two years, the Perpich Center for Arts Education high school will be funded based on pupil enrollment, marking a shift from its current funding structure.
- Closure of the Center: The bill sets a definitive closure date for the Perpich Center for Arts Education on June 30, 2027.
- Financial Appropriations: The bill includes an appropriation of funds to facilitate this transition, although specific amounts are not detailed in the excerpt.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- Amendments to Minnesota Statutes: The bill proposes changes to several sections of Minnesota Statutes that affect educational management and funding.
- Repeals: It seeks to repeal several subdivisions and sections within the statutes that are related to the operation and governance of the Perpich Center for Arts Education.
- Classified and Unclassified Positions: Adjustments are made to the classification of positions within state employment, specifically impacting roles at educational institutions like the Perpich Center.
Relevant Terms
- Perpich Center for Arts Education
- Pupil-based funding
- Minnesota Statutes
- Educational finance
- School closure
- Funding appropriation
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 09, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Education Finance |
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Progress through the legislative process
In Committee