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The Minnesota legislative session adjourned sine die on Thursday, May 10, 2012. While the education bill was signed into law on April 27, 2012, the legislature continued to work until May 10 to find resolution on the bonding bill, Vikings stadium and tax bill. The last day of session also markedRead more…
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Legislative leaders had hoped to adjourn by April 30 but work continues as legislators and the governor work at resolving three outstanding issues – a bonding bill, a tax bill and a Viking stadium bill. The Minnesota Constitution stipulates that the legislature can meet in session for a totalRead more…
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As the Minnesota Legislature works toward adjournment, conference committees are closing and sending reports to the Governor. This week HF 2949, the education omnibus conference committee report, passed off the Senate and House floor. The bill passed the House on a vote of 119-9 and the Senate passed theRead more…
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Under the 2011 special session education bill, integration revenue is set to expire at the end of FY 2013. The 2011 education bill also established a 12-member task force to “create and sustain opportunities for students to achieve improved educational outcomes.” The task force held 10 meetings and spent overRead more…
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The legislature returned from Easter/Passover break on Monday and was quick to start back at work. The Integration Revenue Replacement Task Force report was heard in the House Education Finance committee on Monday, April 16. The committee heard testimony from Scott Thomas, Integration Revenue Replacement Advisory Task Force Co-ChairRead more…
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