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MN HF6
Bill
Status
2/6/2025
Primary Sponsor
Peggy Bennett
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AI Summary
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Modifies the Read Act by redefining "evidence-based" literacy instruction to require science-based reading research, ends the Department of Education partnership with CAREI (Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement) on June 30, 2025, and removes requirements for culturally responsive materials reviews
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Establishes an Office of Achievement and Innovation within the Department of Education to assist schools in implementing innovative practices for academic achievement in literacy, math, science, and career readiness; redirects $2 million annually from the former Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Center to fund this office
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Requires the commissioner to establish a school performance report system by July 1, 2026, displaying proficiency rates on state assessments, student attendance data, and graduation rates for each school in plain language on the department website
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Authorizes school districts, charter schools, and cooperative units to transfer unencumbered funds between operating accounts for fiscal years 2025-2029 without increasing state aid or property tax authority
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Allows school boards to adopt resolutions opting out of compliance with state education laws and rules enacted in 2023-2024 legislative sessions for school years 2025-2026 through 2028-2029, while still requiring compliance with federal laws
Legislative Description
Read Act modified, appropriations cancelled; education innovation provisions modified; P-TECH approval process modified; Office of Achievement and Innovation established in the Department of Education; equity, diversity, and inclusion appropriation modified; school performance reporting system established; fund transfers for fiscal years 2025 through 2029 authorized; and school board authorized to not comply with recently enacted state laws or rules.
Last Action
Author added Repinski
3/5/2026