HF1751 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities funding provided for hospital, medical, and dental benefits coverage to part-time or adjunct faculty; report required; and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF2401

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This bill proposes funding for Minnesota State Colleges and Universities to provide hospital, medical, and dental benefits to part-time or adjunct faculty who teach at least six credits per academic year but currently do not receive such benefits. The appropriation applies to fiscal years 2026 and 2027 and is a one-time allocation from the general fund. Additionally, the bill mandates data collection on faculty participation to estimate ongoing costs more accurately. The Board of Trustees must submit a report detailing participation data and cost estimates to the legislative committees overseeing higher education by November 1, 2027.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 02, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHigher Education Finance and Policy
March 02, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHigher Education Finance and Policy
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March 19, 2025HouseFloorActionAuthor added