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MN SF55
Bill
Status
Introduced
7/20/2020
Primary Sponsor
Carla Nelson
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AI Summary
- Appropriates an unspecified amount from the coronavirus relief federal fund to the Department of Education for fiscal year 2021 for supplemental school bus transportation grants.
- School districts and charter schools may apply for grants if they meet the commissioner-determined deadline, serve students fulfilling state compulsory attendance laws, and agree to use funds only for allowable purposes.
- Grant awards must be allocated equally on a per-pupil basis to all qualifying applicants.
- Funds must be used for supplemental school bus transportation services complying with public health guidance and social distancing practices, and must supplement rather than replace existing transportation revenue.
- Appropriation is a onetime grant, requires commissioner of management and budget approval as an eligible coronavirus relief fund use, and is available until December 30, 2020.
Legislative Description
Supplemental school bus transportation grants
Last Action
Referred to Rules and Administration
7/20/2020
Committee Referrals
Rules and Administration7/20/2020
Full Bill Text
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