Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement Minnesota principals survey grant authorization and appropriation

SF 1844 authorizes $210,000 in state funds to the University of Minnesota's Center for Applied Research and Educational Improvement to develop, administer, and analyze a 2026 survey of Minnesota school principals. The bill requires the center to post survey results online, submit a formal report to the legislature by January 15, 2027, and provide it to education committee leaders. This survey directly affects Minnesota principals by gathering their input on school leadership and educational practices. The funds are available until June 30, 2027, with up to 5% allocated for grant management. The bill does not change existing laws but creates a new data collection mechanism for education policy.