HF2253 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

University of Minnesota operations and maintenance funding provided, and money appropriated.

Related bill: SF2362

AI Generated Summary

This bill appropriates funds for the operations and maintenance of the University of Minnesota for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. Specifically:

  • $911,544,000 is allocated from the general fund to the University of Minnesota's Board of Regents for each of the two fiscal years.
  • Within these appropriations:
    • $45,000,000 per year is designated for implementing the University's Health Sciences Strategic Plan and addressing critical healthcare challenges in Minnesota.
    • $40,000,000 per year is allocated for innovation and new technologies in biomanufacturing, precision agriculture, hypersonics, and green energy/green iron industries.
    • $30,000,000 per year is to be used for improving and expanding programs and services aimed at increasing student success.

The bill is focused on supporting university operations, advancing research and technology, enhancing healthcare initiatives, and improving student success programs.

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DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 11, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHigher Education Finance and Policy
March 11, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading, referred toHigher Education Finance and Policy