Modernizing school construction in Massachusetts by adjusting funding percentages and criteria.

The bill updates school construction funding in Massachusetts by changing the percentages for different categories, including poverty and school integration. It also modifies the criteria for the Accelerated Repair Program, allowing projects with estimated budgets under $100,000 to qualify. Additionally, it permits school districts with a high need for renovations or replacements to use up to 1% of their total funds for three fiscal years until their debt service obligations are met.

Modernizing school construction in Massachusetts by adjusting funding percentages and criteria.

The bill updates school construction funding in Massachusetts by changing the percentages for different categories, including poverty and school integration. It also modifies the criteria for the Accelerated Repair Program, allowing projects with estimated budgets under $100,000 to qualify. Additionally, it permits school districts with a high need for renovations or replacements to use up to 1% of their total funds for three fiscal years until their debt service obligations are met.