School Health Advisory Committee establishment

SF 1354 establishes a School Health Advisory Committee in Minnesota to advise state leaders on school health policies. The committee, composed of 16 members including nurses, doctors, school staff, parents of children with health needs, and legislators, reviews school health practices and recommends evidence-based approaches to address health barriers to learning. It must identify essential student health data, develop coordinated care models for chronic conditions (like asthma or diabetes), and suggest funding strategies for school health services. The committee will report annually to the governor and relevant legislative committees by January 15 each year, focusing on improving health outcomes for all students, particularly those with special health needs.