Bill > HF1928

This bill establishes a new process for providing special education teachers with dedicated time to complete due process forms and procedures. Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, school districts (including charter schools and cooperative units) must negotiate with teacher representatives to provide four contract days per year specifically for teachers who work directly with students with individualized education programs (IEPs) or individualized family services plans (IFSPs). These four days must be evenly distributed throughout the school year and are intended to be used for completing required documentation. The bill requires districts to develop a staffing plan to cover these days, either through district planning or by using substitute teachers. The Minnesota Department of Education will calculate and provide due process aid to districts, initially establishing a statewide allowance per student enrollment in fiscal year 2026, with subsequent years' allowances adjusted based on actual expenses. The bill includes an appropriation mechanism to fund this new aid, though the specific dollar amounts are not specified in the provided text. The primary goal is to give special education teachers dedicated time to complete necessary administrative tasks without impacting their existing preparation time or direct student instruction.

Education

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1928&ssn=0&y=2025