Five Things to Know About the 2026 Minnesota Ballot Amendment

Pierz School District Shares Information About the Permanent School Fund Amendment

As Minnesota voters prepare for the November 3, 2026, general election, Pierz School District is sharing information about the proposed constitutional amendment concerning Minnesota's Permanent School Fund.

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Here are five simple facts to know:

1. It will be on the November 3, 2026, ballot.
   Minnesota voters will be asked to decide whether to amend the state Constitution regarding funding for school districts. A blank vote is counted as a "NO" vote.

2. It involves the Permanent School Fund.
   The Permanent School Fund is a long-standing state fund that provides financial support to Minnesota school districts. The fund is connected to revenue from school trust lands and related investments.

3. The proposal would change how much money can be distributed to schools.
   Under the proposed change, distributions would be based on 4.5% of the fund's average net asset value over the previous three years, rather than primarily relying on interest and dividend earnings. 

4. The proposed amendment is designed to provide additional funding without increasing individual income or property taxes.
   That language is included directly in the official ballot question. If approved, the change would take effect July 1, 2027. 

5. A blank on your ballot registers as a "No" vote. 

6. Every Minnesota school district would be eligible to receive funding from the Permanent School Fund.
   The proposed constitutional language calls for distributions from the fund to be apportioned to the state's school districts according to law. 

Learn More

Pierz School District has created a resource page with additional information about the Minnesota ballot amendment.

We encourage community members to review the information available from the district and the Minnesota Secretary of State as they learn about the proposed amendment and prepare to vote.