Minnesota 2023-2024 Regular Session

Minnesota Senate Bill SF2859

Introduced
3/13/23  

Caption

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities appropriation for NextGen reimbursement for member colleges authorization

Impact

By providing this appropriation, SF2859 aims to alleviate the financial burden on member colleges and universities that have already invested in the NextGen project's infrastructure enhancements. This funding is significant as it represents a one-time allocation intended to bolster educational technology, facilitate improved record keeping, and ensure that higher education institutions can continue to adapt to changing technological requirements. The assured funding helps maintain consistency and reliability in the educational system’s administrative processes.

Summary

SF2859 is a legislative proposal focused on higher education funding in Minnesota, specifically aimed at the NextGen project. This bill appropriates $36 million from the general fund for the fiscal year 2024. The funds are designated for the Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities to reimburse its member colleges and universities for contributions made towards the NextGen project since January 1, 2020. The NextGen initiative seeks to upgrade the Integrated Statewide Record System, a critical infrastructure for the state's educational institutions.

Contention

While the bill primarily focuses on funding for technological upgrades, discussions around such appropriations often raise questions about effective allocation and potential needs outside this funding. Notably, there could be contentions regarding whether additional needs of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities are being adequately addressed through such targeted financial measures, such as ongoing operational costs or support for underserved communities within higher education.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

MN SF2858

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities member colleges NextGen project payment prohibition; Minnesota State Colleges and Universities appropriation for NextGen project funding authorization

MN SF2603

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities appropriations

MN SF2629

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities mental health services appropriation

MN SF2967

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees funding provision

MN SF1958

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities higher education projects bond issuance and appropriation

MN SF2406

Office of Higher Education appropriation for emergency grants to Minnesota State Colleges and Universities students

MN H1367

Regarding Title XIX reimbursements for state colleges and universities

MN SF3093

Higher Education Asset Preservation and Replacement at the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities bond issuance and appropriation

MN HF3007

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees funding provided, and money appropriated.

MN HF2987

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees funding provided, and money appropriated.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.