This bill authorizes a grant to the University of Minnesota Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement to conduct a survey of Minnesota principals, specifically the 2026 Minnesota principals survey. It includes an appropriation from the general fund to the Department of Education for this purpose, with specific provisions for the management and reporting of the survey results. The Center is required to post the survey results on its website and submit a report to the relevant legislative committees by January 15, 2027.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that up to five percent of the appropriation may be allocated for grant management, and the funds will remain available until June 30, 2027. This initiative aims to enhance educational finance and improve the understanding of the perspectives of school principals in Minnesota.