The bill modifies certain appropriations and expiration dates related to state government funding, specifically addressing aid accounts and appropriations for the Department of Education. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 124D.995, subdivision 6, changing the expiration date from June 30, 2027, to June 30, 2028, and stipulates that any remaining funds in the account will be canceled to the general fund. Additionally, the bill cancels $77,232,000 from the appropriation for the Minneapolis-Duluth Northern Lights Express intercity passenger rail project, effective immediately.

Furthermore, the bill reduces appropriations for special education aid by $683,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $22,085,000 for fiscal year 2027. It also includes a new appropriation for unemployment aid for hourly workers over the summer term, which is subject to the requirements of Minnesota Statutes, section 124D.995, and is designated as a one-time appropriation.

Statutes affected:
1st Engrossment: 124D.995