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This bill addresses the phased closure and transformation of the Perpich Center for Arts Education over two fiscal years, with several key provisions. The bill establishes that the Perpich Center for Arts Education will be abolished on June 30, 2027, and during fiscal years 2026 and 2027, the center's high school will be funded on a per-pupil basis. The bill creates a new Lola and Rudy Perpich Arts Education Division within the Department of Education to continue arts education support services statewide, which will involve gathering research, developing curriculum, disseminating information, and providing materials and training to school districts. The legislation also transfers the center's library to the State Library Services Division and requires the transfer of student education records to appropriate entities. Additionally, the bill removes references to the Perpich Center from various statutes and rules, effectively winding down the existing organizational structure while maintaining a statewide commitment to arts education. The bill ensures that during the transition period, the center retains its powers and authority, and any unexpended appropriations will lapse to the general fund. This approach represents a strategic redesign of arts education support in Minnesota, shifting from a standalone center to a division within the state's educational infrastructure.

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