Bill > HF658

This bill appropriates funding for P-TECH (Pathways in Technology Early College High School) implementation grants through the Minnesota Department of Education. Specifically, the bill allocates $791,000 for fiscal year 2026 and $1,628,000 for fiscal year 2027 to support P-TECH programs. A notable component of the appropriation is a dedicated $500,000 per year for a grant to a public-private partnership involving Rochester Independent School District No. 535. The bill allows the Department of Education to retain some of the appropriated funds for administrative costs related to the P-TECH program. Additionally, any unspent funds from fiscal year 2026 will remain available in fiscal year 2027. Looking forward, the bill establishes a base appropriation of $2,625,000 for fiscal year 2028 and beyond, with at least $500,000 annually reserved for the Rochester public-private partnership. P-TECH is an educational model that combines high school, college, and professional training to provide students with a clear pathway to career readiness.

Budget and Finance

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF0658&ssn=0&y=2025