The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 126C.10, subdivision 18a, to increase funding for pupil transportation by raising the transportation sparsity revenue from a previous cap of 35 to 70. This adjustment applies to independent, common, or special school districts and is calculated based on the greater of zero or the specified financial metrics related to the district's transportation costs and basic revenue. Additionally, the bill establishes that charter schools will receive a pupil transportation adjustment equivalent to the school district's per pupil unit adjustment.

Furthermore, the bill includes an appropriation section that allocates funds from the general fund to the Department of Education for additional general education aid specifically for pupil transportation. The effective date for these changes is set for revenue for fiscal year 2026 and later, ensuring that the increased funding will be available in the upcoming fiscal years.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 126C.10