This bill amends Minnesota Statutes to establish a minimum city aid distribution for local government aid, specifically addressing the aid distribution for cities of the first class. It introduces a new provision stating that, starting in calendar year 2026, the aid distribution to a city of the first class must not be less than $150 multiplied by the city's population. Additionally, the bill outlines the calculation of total aid for cities based on their certified aid and unmet needs, ensuring that no city receives less than $0 in total aid.

Furthermore, the bill updates the total aid payable under section 477A.013, subdivision 9, for aids payable in 2026 and thereafter, increasing the amount to $657,681,729. The previous total aid figures for the years 2021 through 2023 have been deleted from the statute. The effective date for these changes is set for aids payable in calendar year 2026 and beyond.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 477A.013, 477A.03