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This bill provides school districts and charter schools with two key forms of flexibility for fiscal years 2025-2029. First, it allows these educational institutions to transfer funds between different operating accounts and funds, as long as the transfers do not increase state aid obligations or create additional property tax authority. School boards must adopt a written resolution explaining each transfer and post it on their website while also notifying the commissioner. Second, the bill enables school districts and charter schools to opt out of compliance with certain new state education laws and rules enacted in 2023 and 2024, specifically those related to several legislative chapters and Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board rules. When choosing not to comply, school boards must take a recorded vote, publicly post their decision, and notify the commissioner. These provisions are designed to provide school districts with temporary relief from certain mandates and increased financial flexibility during the specified time period, giving them more autonomy in managing their resources and responding to regulatory requirements.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF3361&ssn=0&y=2025