Special education and English learner cross subsidy aid modification by the increase in the Consumer Price Index

This bill adjusts state funding for special education and English learner programs in Minnesota to account for inflation. Starting in fiscal year 2028, the amount districts receive will increase annually based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI), replacing fixed percentage formulas. Specifically, it amends Minnesota Statutes sections 124D.65 (English learner funding) and 125A.76 (special education cross subsidy aid) to tie funding adjustments to inflation rates. School districts receiving these funds will see their aid automatically increase each year to maintain purchasing power, with caps preventing the cross subsidy factor from exceeding 80% in any year.