University of Minnesota operations and maintenance appropriation

This bill appropriates $911.5 million from the state budget for the University of Minnesota's operations and maintenance for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. It allocates specific funds: $45 million annually to advance the university's Health Sciences Strategic Plan and address Minnesota's health care challenges; $40 million annually to support innovation in biomanufacturing, precision agriculture, hypersonics, green energy, and green iron; and $30 million annually to improve student success programs. The funding directly supports the University of Minnesota's operations, health care initiatives, technology development, and student services. All allocations are designated for specific purposes and cover both 2026 and 2027 fiscal years.