Independent School District No. 99, Esko; American Indian mascot removal and replacement costs funding provided, and money appropriated.

HF 830 appropriates $945,000 from the general fund to reimburse Esko Independent School District (No. 99) for costs related to removing and replacing American Indian mascots on school facilities and equipment. The funds cover expenses like uniforms, signage, flooring, and athletic fields incurred on or after June 1, 2023, to comply with state law. This one-time appropriation is available until June 30, 2028, specifically for this district's mascot transition. The bill directly affects Esko schools by providing financial support for their compliance with Minnesota Statutes section 121A.041.