The bill amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 126C.45, to authorize school districts to collaborate and share expenses for the operation and maintenance of ice arenas. It allows two or more school districts to enter into cooperation agreements, which will enable them to apportion qualifying costs and annual levy amounts among themselves as specified in the agreement. Additionally, cooperating districts are required to report the apportionment of costs and levies to the Department of Education in a manner determined by the commissioner.

Furthermore, the bill emphasizes the importance of providing equal sports opportunities for male and female students using the ice arena, particularly regarding access to practice time and team support. The effective date for these changes is set for taxes payable in 2026 and later.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 126C.45