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This bill amends Minnesota's existing school-age care program regulations to expand the definition of eligible children who can participate in these programs. Currently, school boards may offer school-age care programs for children in kindergarten through grade 6, but the proposed amendment broadens this to include children not yet enrolled in kindergarten who meet specific criteria: those defined as children with disabilities under state law, children experiencing temporary family-related challenges, and children enrolled in kindergarten through grade 6. The bill maintains the existing program requirements, which include adult-supervised programs during non-school hours, parental involvement, community partnerships, opportunities for secondary students to engage in community service, and access to school facilities. School districts can continue to charge sliding-scale fees based on family income and are encouraged to coordinate these programs with various educational and youth services. The amendment does not change the fundamental structure of school-age care programs but provides more flexibility in serving a wider range of children's needs, particularly those with disabilities or facing temporary family challenges.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1461&ssn=0&y=2025