Pupil transportation funding increased, and money appropriated.

This bill increases funding for school districts' pupil transportation costs by adjusting how transportation aid is calculated. It requires districts to receive additional funds equal to 35-70% of the difference between their actual transportation costs and previous funding formulas, starting in fiscal year 2026. Charter schools receive similar adjustments based on district per-pupil funding. The bill appropriates specific funding for 2026 and 2027 to support these changes. It directly affects all Minnesota public school districts and charter schools that provide student transportation.