This bill establishes an education benefit for dependents of disabled veterans in Minnesota, proposing new legal language to be added to Minnesota Statutes, chapter 136A. Under the new section [136A.1468] EDUCATION BENEFIT FOR DEPENDENTS OF DISABLED VETERANS, eligible individuals include dependent children of veterans who have a total and permanent disability or a disability rating of 100 percent or more. The bill outlines specific eligibility criteria, requiring that the dependents be enrolled in an undergraduate degree or certificate program at state-operated institutions or the University of Minnesota. The bill also details the educational benefit award amounts, which are set at 100 percent of actual tuition, fees, and books for dependents of veterans with total and permanent disabilities, and 50 percent for those with a disability rating of 100 percent. Additionally, it stipulates that these awards will not affect the recipient's eligibility for state grants. The process for payment is defined, requiring eligible institutions to request payment from the Office of Higher Education on behalf of the student, contingent upon proof of eligibility and enrollment.