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HF 1176

ActivEd Walkabouts program grant funding provided, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bianca Virnig

Minnesota bill appropriates state grant funding to support ActivEd Walkabouts outdoor education program for student experiential learning opportunities.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Education Finance
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Bill Summary · HF 1176

Legislative bill overview

HF 1176 appropriates state funding for the ActivEd Walkabouts program, an outdoor education initiative in Minnesota. The bill provides grant money to support this program, though specific funding amounts are not detailed in the available information.

Why is this important

Outdoor and experiential education programs like Walkabouts can improve student engagement, physical health, and environmental literacy. State funding directly affects which schools can afford to offer these programs and how many students can participate, potentially creating equity gaps if access is limited to well-funded districts.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding amount and source: The bill's cost and how it will be funded (general revenue, education fund, or reallocation) is not specified in available information
  • Program effectiveness data: Questions about measurable outcomes, student achievement impacts, and whether grant funding represents effective use of education dollars
  • Geographic equity: Whether funding ensures equitable access across rural and urban districts or concentrates in certain regions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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