This bill proposes an appropriation from the general fund to the Minnesota Department of Education to fund a grant for a nonprofit organization to develop a Global Competency Skills Pilot Program. The program aims to train students statewide in skills essential for workforce competitiveness, such as critical thinking, collaboration, adaptability, and evidence-based reasoning.

Key provisions of the bill include:

1. Grant Allocation – A nonprofit organization will receive funding to deliver this training across multiple sites in Minnesota.
2. Use of Funds – The grant funds may be used for teacher training, curriculum development, and support for participating schools.
3. Matching Requirement – The grant recipient must secure a minimum of 25% of the funding from non-state sources.
4. Reporting Requirement – The grant recipient must submit annual reports from June 30, 2026, through June 30, 2029, to legislative committees overseeing K-12 education. The reports must include demographic and geographic information about participants and an assessment of the program’s effectiveness.
5. Appropriation Timeline – The funding is a one-time appropriation and remains available until June 30, 2028.

The bill is now under review by the Committee on Education Finance.