MN SF1557

Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article VII, Section 1 of the Minnesota Constitution allowing school districts to lower the voting age from 18 to 16 for school elections only, while maintaining all other voter eligibility requirements

Requires the constitutional amendment question to be submitted to voters at the 2026 general election for approval

Authorizes school district governing bodies to adopt a resolution enabling 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in school elections; voters under 18 would be prohibited from voting on state or federal offices or state ballot questions

Amends voter registration forms and certifications to accommodate 16-year-old registration, including updated language on eligibility statements and absentee ballot certificates

Conforming statutory changes would take effect January 1, 2027, contingent on voter approval of the constitutional amendment at the 2026 general election