MN SF4445

Establishes a permanent Interagency Council on Student Attendance to coordinate efforts among state agencies, counties, school districts, and charter schools to reduce chronic absenteeism

Governor appoints council members representing 9 state agencies (Education, Children/Youth/Families, Public Safety, Human Services, Transportation, Health, Human Rights, Corrections, Higher Education) plus tribal, youth, county, and education organization representatives

Council must meet at least quarterly and submit annual reports to the governor and legislature beginning November 1, 2027, with policy and funding recommendations to improve student attendance

Department of Children, Youth, and Families provides administrative support and receives a general fund appropriation (amount not specified in introduced version) beginning fiscal year 2027

Effective date is July 1, 2026, with the council established as a permanent body with no expiration date