School district authorized to offer career and technical education postsecondary scholarships and postsecondary grants.

HF 1791 allows Minnesota school districts to use surplus funds from career and technical education (CTE) programs to provide postsecondary scholarships or grants to eligible students. Specifically, districts may allocate net proceeds (revenue exceeding program costs) to cover tuition, certificate programs, apprenticeships, or career supplies for students who complete a CTE course, apply during their senior year, and graduate from a Minnesota high school. The bill requires districts to report program finances to the Department of Education and takes effect July 1, 2025. It directly affects Minnesota school districts with CTE programs and their graduating students pursuing further education or career training.