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SF 1414

Kids in Need Foundation appropriation for a school supply distribution and educator resource center

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Steve Cwodzinski

Authorizes state funding for a Kids in Need Foundation school supply distribution and educator resource center, boosting classroom resources for Minnesota students and teachers.

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Bill Summary · SF 1414

Summary of SF 1414 — Kids in Need Foundation appropriation for a school supply distribution and educator resource center

Overview

SF 1414 is a Minnesota Senate bill titled “Kids in Need Foundation appropriation for a school supply distribution and educator resource center.” The bill is in the Capital Investment space and is related to children and families policy areas. The companion in the House is HF 1610. The author was added as Sen. Cwodzinski on March 27, 2025. The bill was introduced on February 13, 2025 and referred to the Capital Investment committee.

Purpose and intent

  • The bill seeks an appropriation tied to a project involving the Kids in Need Foundation, aimed at creating or supporting a school supply distribution and educator resource center.
  • The focus is on assisting students in need and providing resources to educators, aligned with child and family services and workforce/economic development support through relevant state agencies.

Key provisions (as proposed)

  • Provides state funding for a capital investment project related to a school supply distribution and educator resource center tied to the Kids in Need Foundation.
  • The bill’s exact scope, including the project’s location, eligible costs (construction, renovation, equipment, and related expenses), and operating or maintenance requirements, would be specified in the enacted language.
  • Administration and oversight would involve the relevant state departments linked to children, families, and economic development (and possibly the Department of Education or related agencies as implementing partners).

Note: Specific dollar amounts, schedules, match requirements, and reporting obligations are not provided in the summary available. The final terms would appear in the bill text and any accompanying fiscal note.

Who would be affected

  • Minnesota students and families, particularly those in need of school supplies.
  • Educators and school districts that benefit from classroom resources and educator supports.
  • The Kids in Need Foundation as the partner organization.
  • State agencies involved in children, families, youth services, and economic development (e.g., Departments of Children and Families, Education, and Economic Development).

Procedural/timeline aspects

  • Introduced: February 13, 2025.
  • Referred to: Capital Investment (Feb 13, 2025).
  • Action: Author added (March 27, 2025).
  • Companion: HF 1610 (House).

Next steps and considerations

  • The bill’s full text would clarify funding amount, project scope, timing, and accountability measures.
  • If advanced, expect hearings, possible amendments, and alignment with the broader capital investment package for the biennium.
  • Stakeholders should watch for fiscal notes and implementation plans detailing how the center would operate and how benefits would be measured.

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

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