This bill proposes comprehensive amendments to various provisions of Minnesota Statutes concerning prekindergarten through grade 12 education, focusing on areas such as funding, teacher support, special education, and school safety. Key changes include the introduction of new attendance policies that allow parents to request excusal for their children from school for legitimate reasons, alongside enhanced reporting requirements for school districts regarding student attendance and absences. The bill also increases consolidation transition aid for newly created school districts and modifies the authorization process for referendum revenue, clarifying the procedures for districts undergoing consolidation or dissolution. Additionally, it establishes new provisions for high school students to enroll in nonsectarian courses at eligible postsecondary institutions and enhances funding mechanisms for charter schools, including increased general education revenue.
Furthermore, the bill emphasizes improving educational opportunities and outcomes through various initiatives, such as the establishment of a Compensatory Revenue Task Force, enhancements to advanced placement and international baccalaureate programs, and the introduction of professional development requirements for educators. It also addresses the need for improved literacy education, mandates the development of local literacy plans, and outlines new requirements for dual language immersion programs. The bill includes appropriations for various educational initiatives, including grants for teacher recruitment, special education, and community education, while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Overall, the legislation aims to create a more equitable and effective educational environment in Minnesota, addressing the diverse needs of students and educators.
Statutes affected: Introduction: 120A.22, 120A.24, 123A.485, 123A.73, 124D.09, 124D.094, 124E.20, 126C.05, 126C.10, 126C.15, 126C.17, 127A.47, 120B.132, 120B.215, 120B.22, 120B.35, 121A.031, 121A.642, 123B.09, 123B.52, 124D.085, 124D.093, 124D.231, 124D.42, 124D.861, 124D.862, 124D.98, 123B.935, 120B.117, 122A.092, 122A.441, 122A.59, 122A.635, 122A.70, 124D.901, 120B.118, 120B.119, 120B.12, 120B.123, 120B.124, 122A.181, 122A.182, 122A.183, 10A.071, 124E.02, 124E.03, 124E.05, 124E.06, 124E.07, 124E.10, 124E.13, 124E.16, 124E.17, 124E.26, 121A.041, 122A.63, 124D.792, 124D.83, 123B.32, 123B.92, 124E.21, 125A.76, 121A.22, 121A.2205, 121A.2207, 121A.224, 123A.48, 123B.595, 123B.57, 123B.591, 123B.59, 123B.71, 125B.15, 126C.40, 126C.45, 125B.26, 124D.111, 124D.1158, 124D.119, 124D.992, 124D.162, 127A.45, 142D.06, 142D.08, 142D.093, 142D.11, 124D.52, 13.32, 120B.021, 127A.49, 136A.1276