Bill > SF113

This bill appropriates $6,500,000 each to two special education cooperatives in Minnesota (Northern Lights Special Education Cooperative No. 6096-52 and Area Special Education Cooperative No. 997) to support the development of education learning centers. These centers will specifically house regional educational programs for students with specialized needs, including those with autism, cognitive disabilities, emotional and behavioral disorders, and other specific educational requirements. The appropriation includes funds to predesign, design, construct, renovate, furnish, and equip facilities that will include space for a Level IV setting regional special education program. The money will come from state bond proceeds, and the commissioner of management and budget is authorized to sell and issue state bonds up to $6,500,000 for each cooperative, following specific state statutes and constitutional guidelines. Importantly, these appropriations do not require a matching contribution from non-state sources, and the provisions will become effective the day after final enactment.

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