Bill > HF1284

This bill introduces a new provision that allows school districts to not comply with certain state mandates if the state has not provided the necessary funding to implement those mandates. Specifically, school districts can choose not to follow state mandates that impact daily school operations, school board policy-making authority, curriculum, or spending priorities until the full amount of required revenue is appropriated. However, there are two key exceptions to this rule: school districts must still comply with mandates that represent an incidental cost compared to their total budget, and they must continue to follow laws related to financial audits and those directly affecting student life, safety, and health. The bill's provisions would take effect for state mandates in place after June 30, 2025, giving school districts more flexibility to push back against unfunded state requirements that could strain their already tight budgets. This legislation aims to protect school districts from being required to implement new programs or changes without sufficient state financial support.

Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1284&ssn=0&y=2025