This bill aims to ensure that no child in Minnesota is denied access to a free public education based on their immigration status or that of their parents or guardians. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 13.319, by adding a subdivision that governs the treatment of data related to a student's citizenship or immigration status. Additionally, it introduces a new section, 120A.50, which outlines the rights of children to receive education without fear of intimidation or immigration enforcement on school grounds, in line with the Supreme Court's decision in Plyler v. Doe.

The bill establishes specific definitions, including terms like "law enforcement agent" and "nonjudicial warrant," and mandates that schools develop procedures to handle requests from law enforcement. It prohibits schools from collecting information about a student's immigration status unless required by law and protects against the disclosure of such information. Furthermore, it allows individuals to bring civil lawsuits against schools for violations of these provisions, with the possibility of awarding damages and attorney fees to prevailing parties. The effective date of the new provisions is set for the day following final enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 13.319