SF2486 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))

School library aid allowable uses modifications

Related bill: HF1866

AI Generated Summary

This bill (S.F. No. 2486) proposes an amendment to Minnesota Statutes 2024, section 124D.992, subdivision 2, modifying the allowable uses of school library aid. It specifies that school library aid must be reserved and used for certain purposes within a school library or school library media center, including:

  1. Funding salaries and benefits of a school library media specialist.
  2. Purchasing electronic, computer, and audiovisual equipment.
  3. Supporting information technology infrastructure and digital tools.
  4. Acquiring electronic and material resources.
  5. Buying furniture, equipment, or supplies.

The bill clarifies and expands the eligible uses of library aid to ensure resources are directed toward improving school library services and infrastructure.

Bill text versions

Actions

DateChamberWhereTypeNameCommittee Name
March 12, 2025HouseFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 12, 2025SenateFloorActionIntroduction and first reading
March 12, 2025HouseFloorActionReferred toEducation Finance
March 12, 2025SenateFloorActionReferred toEducation Finance

Citations

 
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