This bill proposes the addition of a new section to the Minnesota Statutes, specifically chapter 123B, which focuses on the involvement of community volunteers in public schools to enhance students' reading skills. It mandates that school districts or charter schools provide space for these volunteers before or after school hours, on days when instruction occurs, as long as there is available space and supervisory staff. The community volunteers will engage with students by reading to them, listening to them read aloud, or assisting them in selecting books from the school library.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that all volunteers must undergo a background check as outlined in section 123B.03 and must operate under the supervision of the school principal or their designee while on school property. This initiative aims to foster a supportive reading environment for students by leveraging community resources and ensuring a safe and structured setting for volunteer involvement.