Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF2380

Introduced
3/2/23  

Caption

Additional long-term facilities maintenance revenue and revenue uses authorized for school districts with facilities on National Register of Historic Places.

Impact

One significant impact of HF2380 is the enhancement of funding for school districts requiring maintenance for aging facilities. The bill proposes to increase the per-student funding formula to provide more financial resources for districts, which could significantly aid in addressingsafety issues, improving indoor air quality, and facilitating necessary renovations for schools serving prekindergarten programs. Moreover, it allows for specific funding avenues directed at schools with historical significance, promoting heritage preservation along with modern educational necessities.

Summary

House File 2380 (HF2380) is a legislative proposal that addresses the funding and authorized uses for long-term facilities maintenance in school districts, particularly those with facilities listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The bill modifies existing Minnesota Statutes related to education finance, specifically focusing on how school districts can allocate resources towards maintaining their physical infrastructure. Key aspects include the establishment of revenue streams specifically for long-term facilities maintenance, allowing for better planning and management of school buildings.

Contention

While proponents of HF2380 argue that the financial provisions will help address urgent maintenance needs and support educational environments, there may also be contention surrounding funding allocation. Some critics may express concerns over prioritizing resources for facilities on the National Register over those not designated as historic, which could lead to disparities in maintenance quality across different districts. Additionally, the effectiveness of appropriating these funds and ensuring they meet the varying needs of different school buildings may arise as a point of debate among legislators and stakeholders.

Companion Bills

MN SF2392

Similar To Additional long-term facilities maintenance revenue and revenue uses for school districts with facilities on the National Register of Historic Places authorization and appropriation

Previously Filed As

MN SF857

National Register of Historic Places log-term facilities maintenance revenue and revenue uses for school districts with facilities on the list authorization and appropriation

MN HF2696

Independent School District No. 720, Shakopee, authorized to qualify under the long-term facilities maintenance revenue program as a district eligible for alternative facilities revenue.

MN SF1198

Roof projects authorization as part of the long-term facilities maintenance program

MN SF2941

Independent School District No. 720, Shakopee, qualification under the long-term facilities maintenance revenue program ad a district eligible for alternative facilities revenue authorization provision

MN SF1318

Allowed uses of long-term facilities maintenance revenue modification to include school safety facility enhancements

MN HF2511

Allowed uses of long-term facilities maintenance revenue modified to include school safety facility enhancements.

MN HF2696

Independent School District No. 720, Shakopee, authorized to qualify under the long-term facilities maintenance revenue program as a district eligible for alternative facilities revenue.

MN HF15

Student and staff safety measures required to be included in each school district's long-term facilities maintenance school facility plan, school security systems grants created, report required, and money appropriated.

MN HF3909

Tax on gross revenues of private detention facilities imposed.

MN HF1001

Career and technical revenue increased for school districts, and money appropriated.

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MN HF4332

Continued enrollment authorized for certain online students with a temporary break in residency, and money appropriated.

MN SF4694

Continued enrollment authorization for certain online students with a temporary break in residency

MN SF1198

Roof projects authorization as part of the long-term facilities maintenance program

MN SF857

National Register of Historic Places log-term facilities maintenance revenue and revenue uses for school districts with facilities on the list authorization and appropriation

MN HF1436

Student discipline provisions modified.

MN HF1052

Student discipline provisions modified.

MN HF236

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