A question on this fall’s ballot will ask voters to increase the percentage that can be taken from the Permanent School Fund, which helps districts shore up budgets.

Environmental and Natural Resources Trust Fund conferees reached agreement Wednesday evening on a $102.03 million bill that would fund 108 projects for education and outdoor recreation, fish and wildlife, and water and conservation throughout the state.

Representatives and senators agree on asking voters in November 2026 about a constitutional amendment that would increase the distribution from the permanent school fund from 2.5% to 4.5%.

School referendum results from across the state came in on Tuesday night.

While public schools are largely funded through state and federal dollars, Minnesota provides funds and services that extend beyond public and charter schools to reach the roughly 72,000 students attending Minnesota’s 467 nonpublic schools.

The issue centers on state funding known as "compensatory revenue," which allows districts to provide resources for students living in poverty.

On Tuesday morning, tax proposals from Governor Tim Walz will get a hearing in the Senate Taxes Committee. However, even if they pass that committee with a DFL majority, they’re unlikely to pass the tied Minnesota House, where Republicans will have a say.

(ABC 6 News) — School funding has been a major topic of discussion as districts across the area grapple with failing referendums and shortfalls from the state.

Investments Increase Access to Equipment, Cardiac Emergency Response, and Preparedness Planning in Schools

The last time safe school funding was increased in Minnesota was in 2013. Thirteen years later, Rep. Julie Greene (DFL-Edina) is seeking to increase the money schools receive for security expenses.

Ahead of schedule and under budget. Those aren’t necessarily the first words that come to mind with the launch of a significant government project, but they frame the rollout of Minnesota’s Paid Leave program.

Rep. Bidal Duran (R-Bemidji) readily admits his school safety proposal is far from enough. So do representatives of various school associations.