The proposed bill establishes the Campus Closure and Consolidation Commission within Minnesota Statutes, chapter 136F. This commission is tasked with evaluating postsecondary campuses governed by the Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and making recommendations to the legislature regarding potential closures or consolidations. The commission will consist of eight members appointed by the governor, who must ensure geographic and population balance in their selections. The commission will also include an ex officio, nonvoting member, the chancellor of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, and its members must possess expertise in areas relevant to postsecondary education.

The commission is required to review various factors, including operating costs, student enrollment trends, and graduation rates, to inform its recommendations. It must submit a report to the governor by December 1, 2026, detailing campuses recommended for closure or consolidation, along with the rationale and draft legislation for implementation. The governor will then have until December 31, 2026, to approve or disapprove the recommendations. Additionally, the commission is subject to open meeting laws and will receive administrative support from the commissioner of administration. The bill includes a sunset provision, expiring on October 1, 2026, and will take effect the day after final enactment.