Bill > SF857

This bill modifies existing Minnesota law regarding long-term facilities maintenance revenue for school districts, with a specific focus on schools that have buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The bill authorizes additional funding for school districts that have facilities on the National Register, allowing them to receive extra revenue based on their adjusted pupil units. The bill expands the allowable uses of long-term facilities maintenance revenue to include specific renovation and maintenance projects for historic buildings, such as heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) work that helps preserve the historic nature of the facility. The legislation also clarifies existing restrictions on how these funds can be used, explicitly stating that new facility construction remains prohibited, with some exceptions for historic buildings. Additionally, the bill includes an appropriation mechanism to fund these new revenue provisions, with the changes set to take effect for fiscal year 2026 and later. The goal appears to be providing additional financial support and flexibility for school districts managing historic school buildings, recognizing the unique maintenance challenges and preservation needs of such facilities.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF0857&ssn=0&y=2025