This bill establishes the Campus Closure and Consolidation Commission within the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. The commission is tasked with evaluating postsecondary campuses and making recommendations to the legislature regarding potential closures or consolidations. It will consist of eight members appointed by the governor, who must ensure a balance between metropolitan and greater Minnesota representation. The commission will consider various factors, including operating costs, student enrollment trends, and job placement rates, in its review process. Additionally, the commission is required to seek input from faculty and staff collective bargaining units and is subject to open meeting laws.

The commission must submit a report to the governor by December 1, 2026, detailing its recommendations, the rationale behind them, and any necessary draft legislation. The governor will then have until December 31, 2026, to approve or disapprove the recommendations. If approved, the draft legislation will be included in the biennial budget; if disapproved, the governor must provide written reasons to relevant legislative committees. The commission is set to expire on October 1, 2026, and will receive administrative support from the commissioner of administration.