The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 124D.20, to clarify the aid and levy amounts for community education programs. Specifically, it updates the general community education revenue calculation by removing the previous fixed amount of $5.42 for fiscal years 2007 through 2024 and establishes that for fiscal year 2025 and later, the revenue will be based on a formula that multiplies a set amount by the greater of 1,335 or the district's population. Additionally, the youth after-school enrichment revenue provisions are revised to eliminate the reference to fiscal year 2003, establishing a new formula for districts operating such programs.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the total community education levy by deleting the maximum tax rate of 0.94 percent applicable through fiscal year 2024 and replacing it with a new percentage for fiscal year 2027 and later. This change aims to ensure that the total community education levy aligns with the total community education revenue, with provisions for adjustments if the levy exceeds the revenue. Overall, these amendments are intended to provide clearer guidelines for funding community education initiatives in Minnesota.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 124D.20