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HF 2369

University of Minnesota operations and maintenance funding provided, and money appropriated.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Ginny Klevorn and 1 co-sponsor

HF 2369 would appropriate funds to the University of Minnesota to cover operations and maintenance, enabling campus services, facilities, and utilities.

Introduction and first reading, referred to Higher Education Finance and Policy
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Bill Summary · HF 2369

Summary of HF 2369 — University of Minnesota operations and maintenance funding provided, and money appropriated

Overview

  • Bill number: HF 2369
  • Title: University of Minnesota operations and maintenance funding provided, and money appropriated
  • Status: Introduction and first reading; referred to the House Committee on Higher Education Finance and Policy
  • Introduced: March 17, 2025
  • Subject: Appropriations to the University of Minnesota for operations and maintenance
  • Classification: Bill (House File)

Purpose and intent

  • The bill’s title indicates the primary purpose is to provide funding for the University of Minnesota’s operations and maintenance (O&M) and to appropriate money for those purposes.
  • At this stage, the specific dollar amounts, allocation formulas, or conditions are not included in the provided material. The bill, if enacted, would be expected to authorize state funds to cover the university’s ongoing operating costs and maintenance needs.

Key provisions (as far as information available)

  • The exact provisions are not provided in the available material. Based on the title, anticipated areas that may appear in the text (subject to confirmation) could include:
    • An appropriation or appropriations to the University of Minnesota for O&M
    • Restrictions or requirements on how the funds may be used (e.g., facilities maintenance, utilities, campus operations)
    • Any reporting, accountability, or performance elements tied to the funding
    • Effective date and duration of the appropriation
  • Note: Specific amounts, eligible programs or campuses, and any conditions are not included in the provided summary.

Affected parties and stakeholders

  • Primary: University of Minnesota (the entity receiving the O&M funds)
  • State actors: Minnesota Legislature, the Office of Management and Budget, and relevant state agencies involved in appropriations and fiscal oversight
  • Indirect: Students, faculty, and staff at the University of Minnesota who rely on adequate operations and maintenance funding for campus services, facilities, utilities, and daily operations

Procedural history and timeline

  • Introduction and first reading occurred on March 17, 2025
  • The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Higher Education Finance and Policy, indicating it will undergo committee consideration, potential amendments, and a public hearing before any floor vote
  • If advanced, it would continue through the usual legislative process (potential votes in committee, floor vote in the House, and coordination with the Senate)

Next steps and potential impact

  • Next steps: The committee will examine the bill, hear testimonies, and consider amendments. If approved by the committee, it would proceed to a full House vote and then move to the Senate for consideration.
  • Potential impact: If enacted, the University of Minnesota would receive designated funds for ongoing O&M, affecting the university’s budgeting, campus operations, and maintenance planning. The exact financial impact would depend on the appropriated amount and any accompanying conditions.

Notes

  • The available information does not include the bill text or specific fiscal details. For a complete understanding, review HF 2369’s official bill text, fiscal notes, and any committee analysis once released.

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

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