This bill amends various sections of Minnesota Statutes related to school district referenda, specifically focusing on the ballot language and requirements for capital project levies and referendum revenue. Key changes include the requirement for ballots to provide a general description of the proposed project, the estimated total cost, and whether the project received a positive or negative review from the commissioner. Additionally, the bill allows for the renewal of capital project levies without an increase in tax rates to be clearly stated on the ballot. The language regarding the notice required under section 275.60 has been modified to remove the previous requirement that specified the notice must indicate that voting "yes" would renew an existing capital projects referendum.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies the process for conducting referenda, including the timing and notification requirements for taxpayers. It specifies that only one election to approve an increase in revenue may be held in a calendar year and outlines the necessary information that must be included on the ballot, such as the maximum amount of increased revenue per adjusted pupil unit and the duration of the authorization. The bill also establishes that the approval of 50 percent plus one of those voting is required to pass a referendum. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, applying to elections held on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 123B.63, 126C.17, 275.60