HF1866 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

Allowable uses of school library aid modified.

Related bill: SF2486

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The bill H.F. No. 1866 proposes changes to Minnesota's education finance law, specifically concerning the allowable uses of school library aid. It amends Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 124D.992, subdivision 2, to clarify how school library aid funds can be utilized.

The modifications focus on ensuring that school library aid is reserved for specific expenses within a school library or school library media center. The authorized uses of these funds now explicitly include:
1. Salaries and benefits of a school library media specialist.
2. Electronic, computer, and audiovisual equipment.
3. Information technology infrastructure and digital tools.
4. Electronic and material resources.
5. Furniture, equipment, or supplies.

The bill is intended to define and prioritize spending categories for school library aid, ensuring funds are allocated appropriately to enhance library and media center resources in Minnesota schools.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 04, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toEducation Finance
March 04, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toEducation Finance