HF1284 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

School district noncompliance with unfunded mandates allowed.

Related bill: SF1141

AI Generated Summary

This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1284) proposes a new law allowing school districts to opt out of complying with state mandates unless the state provides the necessary funding. Specifically, it states that until funding is appropriated, school districts are not required to follow mandates that:

  1. Affect daily school operations,
  2. Impact school board authority over local education policies,
  3. Change curriculum, or
  4. Alter school district spending priorities.

However, there are exceptions:
- School districts must comply with mandates if the cost is incidental relative to the district's total budget.
- Schools must continue to follow laws related to financial audits and student health and safety.

The bill is aimed at preventing unfunded mandates from imposing financial burdens on school districts.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
February 19, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toEducation Policy
February 19, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toEducation Policy