Minnesota SF3186 modifies the literacy incentive aid program, establishes new eligible uses for literacy aid, and appropriates funds for literacy aid.

Minnesota SF3186 amends the literacy incentive aid program by modifying the calculation and uses of literacy aid. The bill establishes new eligible uses for literacy incentive aid, including training for teachers and staff on evidence-based reading instruction. It also appropriates funds for literacy aid for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The commissioner may use federal definitions for determining eligibility and may adopt reporting guidelines to ensure data accuracy. The bill is effective for aid payable in fiscal year 2026 and later.

Minnesota SF3186 modifies the literacy incentive aid program, establishes new eligible uses for literacy aid, and appropriates funds for literacy aid.

Minnesota SF3186 amends the literacy incentive aid program by modifying the calculation and uses of literacy aid. The bill establishes new eligible uses for literacy incentive aid, including training for teachers and staff on evidence-based reading instruction. It also appropriates funds for literacy aid for fiscal years 2026 and 2027. The commissioner may use federal definitions for determining eligibility and may adopt reporting guidelines to ensure data accuracy. The bill is effective for aid payable in fiscal year 2026 and later.