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HF 3857

Student support personnel aid increased, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kaela Berg and 7 co-sponsors

Minnesota bill increases state funding for school counselors and support staff to expand mental health and social services for K-12 students.

Author added Johnson, P.
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Bill Summary · HF 3857

Legislative bill overview

HF 3857 increases state funding for student support personnel—such as counselors, social workers, and mental health professionals—in Minnesota schools. The bill appropriates additional money to support these positions, though the specific dollar amount and implementation details are not provided in the available information.

Why is this important

Student support personnel help address mental health, behavioral, and social-emotional needs that directly affect academic performance and student wellbeing. Increased funding could reduce counselor-to-student ratios and expand access to services, particularly in under-resourced districts, though actual impact depends on how schools allocate the funds.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and funding source: Questions about whether the state budget can accommodate this spending increase without cuts elsewhere or whether new revenue sources are needed
  • Implementation and accountability: Unclear how funds will be distributed across districts, whether funding is tied to specific outcomes, and how schools will be required to use the money
  • Scope definition: Ambiguity about which positions qualify as "student support personnel" and whether the funding covers salaries, training, or both

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

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