The bill proposes extensive modifications to Minnesota's education system, focusing on prekindergarten through grade 12. Key provisions include amendments to student attendance regulations, allowing parents to request excusal for legitimate reasons and establishing clearer reporting obligations for school districts regarding attendance and enrollment. The bill also increases funding for school district consolidation and referendum revenue, enhancing financial support for newly formed districts. Additionally, it introduces new requirements for truancy reporting and emphasizes the responsibilities of both parents and school districts in ensuring student attendance.

Further, the bill addresses various aspects of educational funding and program implementation, including enhancements to charter schools, special education, and literacy initiatives. It establishes a Blue Ribbon Commission on Special Education to advise on improving services and efficiency, while also mandating the development of comprehensive literacy plans for school districts. The legislation includes appropriations for diverse educational programs, such as advanced placement initiatives and community education, while also updating governance and operational requirements for charter schools. Overall, the bill aims to create a more inclusive, accountable, and effective educational environment in Minnesota.

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