The bill proposes the repeal of Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 121A.041, which currently prohibits the use of American Indian mascots in public schools. The new legal language inserted into the bill includes a repeal clause and specifies that the repeal will take effect the day following final enactment for the 2025-2026 school year and later. This change effectively removes the restrictions that have been in place regarding the use of names, symbols, or images that depict or refer to American Indian Tribes or individuals as mascots in public schools.

By repealing this statute, public schools will no longer be prohibited from adopting or retaining American Indian mascots, nicknames, logos, or team names. The bill does not include any provisions for exemptions or reporting requirements that were previously established under the now-repealed statute. This legislative change reflects a significant shift in policy regarding the representation of American Indian culture in educational institutions within Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 121A.041