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District 191 Legislative Committee -April 21, 2026

Burnsville-Eagan-Savage School DistrictWednesday, April 22, 2026
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Education Government Insurance Plan proposal analysis

Impact of state-mandated health insurance on district finances

Unfunded mandates and student funding priorities

District communication and advocacy strategies regarding legislation

Legal parameters for district-led legislative advocacy

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Notable Quotes (3)

If we receive full student funding for the different areas that are obligated for us, we could probably look at improving or increasing our insurance plan if need be.

— Stacy Selvine
Education Government Insurance PlanAdvocating for student funding prioritization over adult benefit mandates.

It's like you're flipping it to the other side of the coin, and I I just don't know that they're taking all of these things into consideration.

— Stacy Selvine
Legislative processCritiquing the legislative process for failing to consult impact-affected districts.

As the legislative agenda going on the board's specific website this is the voice of the board as a whole that's something that can go there.

— Aaron
Advocacy strategyExplaining how the board can legally advocate for legislation.

People (3)

Dr. BelmontNot explicitly stated

Participated in explaining the proposed education government insurance plan legislation.

Stacy SelvineNot explicitly stated

Analyzed the financial impact of the proposed insurance legislation on District 191.

2 quotes

“The state is saying that well they'll reimburse districts for the additional cost... but for us that would be anywhere between 12 to 13 million dollars”

Describing the estimated fiscal burden of the insurance mandate.

“What might be good for one district might not be good for another, and especially depending on the size of the district.”

Expressing skepticism about a one-size-fits-all insurance solution.

AaronExecutive/Legal Advisor

Advised the committee on the legal distinctions between district advocacy and board member advocacy.

1 quote

“The district itself is not really an advocacy group... it's not legal for us to advocate one way or the other when it comes to legislation”

Clarifying the district's legal role in political advocacy.

Places Mentioned

District 191Burnsville schools

Events & Meetings (1)

  • Tuesday, April 21st, 5:30 p.m., District 191 Legislative Committee
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