Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session

Minnesota House Bill HF6

Introduced
2/6/25  
Refer
2/6/25  
Refer
2/17/25  

Caption

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.

Impact

HF6 proposes several amendments to the existing framework governing education innovation, including adjustments to the approval process for P-TECH programs. The bill seeks to enhance educational resources and support for districts, allowing for increased funding flexibility over the fiscal years of 2025 to 2029. This will enable districts to better manage their finances and allocate resources effectively to support educational initiatives and interventions.

Summary

House File 6 (HF6) aims to modify existing education policies in Minnesota, particularly focusing on literacy through the 'Read Act'. The bill emphasizes the importance of employing evidence-based practices in teaching foundational literacy and mandates the establishment of a school performance report system by July 1, 2026. This initiative is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of school performance across key indicators such as proficiency rates and attendance, ultimately seeking to improve educational outcomes for students across the state.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HF6 appears to be mixed, with supporters advocating for structured literacy instruction as a way to address longstanding issues related to reading competencies among students. Conversely, some critics express concerns about the potential for implementing mandates that may not align with local needs or approaches. The bill's provisions may evoke discussions regarding the balance between state guidelines and local autonomy in educational settings.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the bill's mandate for certain districts to adhere to newly enacted education policies, which may cause friction regarding local governance. Additionally, the flexibility granted to school boards to not comply with certain state laws or rules raised questions among legislators about accountability and educational standards. These discussions highlight the ongoing struggle between ensuring uniform educational quality and granting schools the necessary autonomy to address their unique challenges.

Companion Bills

MN SF771

Similar To Read Act and other educational policy provisions modifications

Previously Filed As

MN HF3149

Education innovation provided, innovation zone provisions modified, P-TECH approval process modified, and new chapter of statutes codified.

MN HF3272

Prekindergarten through grade 12 education funding provided; general education, literacy and learning, special education, education innovation, and education excellence provisions modified; and money appropriated.

MN HF3221

Funding provided for kindergarten through grade 12 education; general education, literacy and learning, special education, education innovation, and education excellence provisions modified; forecast adjustments made; reports required; and money appropriated.

MN HF3782

Education; prekindergarten through grade 12 education provisions modified including general education, education excellence, teachers, special education, charter schools, nutrition and libraries, health and safety, and state agencies; and reports required.

MN SF3759

The Read Act modifications and appropriations

MN SF4578

Personal Finance education requirements provisions modifications, personal finance seal for teacher licensure establishment, and appropriation

MN HF2291

Prekindergarten through grade 12 provisions modified including general education accountability and transparency, education excellence, American Indian education, charter schools, discipline, teachers, special education, and early learning; and reports required.

MN HF1269

Prekindergarten through grade 12 provisions modified including general education accountability and transparency, education excellence, American Indian education, charter schools, discipline, teachers, special education, and early learning; and reports required.

MN SF619

Teachers of Color Act modification and appropriation

MN HF4757

Cannabis; Office of Cannabis Management and the Department of Health appropriations modified, cannabis provisions modified, Department of Commerce assessed fees modified, consumer protection provisions added and modified, Minnesota Consumer Data Privacy Act established, rulemaking authorized, data classified, technical changes made, reports required, and money appropriated.

Similar Bills

MN SF771

Read Act and other educational policy provisions modifications

MN HF877

Read Act amended, and appropriations cancelled.

MN SF1502

Read Act amendment

MN SF1273

The Read Act

MN HF629

Read Act established, schools required to use approved literacy curriculum, literacy specialists required, report required, and money appropriated.

MN HF2433

Education finance bill.

MN HF3744

Read Act amended, working group established, supplemental funding provided, reports required, and money appropriated.

MN SF3698

Read Act amendment