Lease levy authority restoration for space necessary for graduation ceremonies
This bill restores the ability of Minnesota school districts to use tax levies to pay for renting space needed for high school graduation ceremonies. It amends existing state law to explicitly include graduation ceremonies as an approved purpose for lease levies, ensuring districts can secure necessary facilities for their graduating classes. The legislation also requires the Department of Education to approve lease costs for graduation facilities in 2027, regardless of when the lease agreement was finalized, providing flexibility for districts planning graduation events.
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in committee
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Introduction
Mar 2026
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Governor
Introduced Mar 17, 2026
Last action Mar 17, 2026
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Mar 17, 2026
Committee
Referred to Education Finance
upper
Mar 17, 2026
Introduced
Introduction and first reading
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Michael Kreun
RRepublican
Co
Jim Abeler
RRepublican
Co
Zach Duckworth
RRepublican
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