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MN SF61

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/12/2009

Primary Sponsor

David Tomassoni

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Origin

Senate

86th Legislature 2009-2010

AI Summary

  • Adds physical education as a required subject area for statewide academic standards and accountability in Minnesota schools.

  • School districts must select and use either the state's six physical education standards or the National Physical Education Standards for kindergarten through grade 8 and high school instruction.

  • Maintains the existing one-half credit physical education graduation requirement for high school students beginning in the 2010-2011 school year and later.

  • School districts must notify the state education department of their intent to comply with federal Title VII Physical Education for Progress Act reporting requirements.

  • Requires school districts to post their current local school wellness policies on their websites when available.

Legislative Description

Physical education academic standards requirement

Last Action

Senate: Author added Rest

1/15/2009

Committee Referrals

Education1/12/2009

Full Bill Text

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