The bill establishes a Dual Enrollment Task Force in Minnesota to analyze and make recommendations regarding dual enrollment funding formulas. The task force will consist of various members, including elected representatives, education officials, and stakeholders from both public and private postsecondary institutions. Its primary duties include reviewing the impact of current funding formulas on high schools and postsecondary institutions, analyzing cost variations, examining transparency and accountability in funding, identifying barriers to participation, and developing recommendations for improvements. The task force is required to report its findings to the relevant legislative committees by May 30, 2026.
Additionally, the bill appropriates funds from the general fund to support the work of the Dual Enrollment Task Force, with a specific mention that this is a one-time appropriation. The task force is set to expire on May 30, 2026, or upon submission of its report, whichever comes later. The Department of Education is tasked with providing administrative support to the task force, ensuring it has the necessary resources to fulfill its responsibilities.