Propane school bus deployment program establishment

This bill establishes a grant program in Minnesota to help school districts and transportation providers purchase propane-fueled school buses. It directly affects public school districts, private transportation companies, and communities with high poverty rates or rural locations. The program requires applicants to submit detailed plans showing how they will use the buses, particularly in areas serving students eligible for free or reduced-price meals, and gives priority funding to disadvantaged districts. The state Energy Department will manage the grants, provide technical support, and must aim to award at least 40 percent of available funds to prioritized school districts.