The bill proposes an appropriation from the general fund to the Department of Education for the Building Assets, Reducing Risks (BARR) Center, aimed at enhancing educational outcomes in Minnesota schools. It specifies that the BARR Center will receive grants to implement a research-validated program that includes school coaching support, professional development, and resources over a three-year period. The program is designed to improve student social and emotional skills, increase academic achievement for students of color and those experiencing poverty, enhance teacher satisfaction, and boost high school graduation rates.

Additionally, the bill mandates that the BARR Center select at least 36 schools across urban, suburban, and rural areas, ensuring a focus on institutions serving high concentrations of students in poverty or underrepresented communities. The funding is designated as a one-time appropriation, available until June 30, 2027, to support these initiatives.