Robotics program grants authorized, report required, and money appropriated.

HF 2205 authorizes competitive grants for high school robotics programs in Minnesota public and charter schools. The bill appropriates funds for 2026-2027 to cover operational costs, coach stipends, and competition expenses like travel and materials. Schools must submit budget plans to apply, and both the commissioner of education and grant recipients must submit annual reports detailing activities and program outcomes. The law directly affects high school robotics teams and their coaches by providing funding and requiring transparency on how the grants enhance college and career readiness.