Massachusetts H567 seeks fair reimbursement for local school transportation of foster children.

Massachusetts H567 amends Chapter 70 of the General Laws to ensure fair reimbursement for local school transportation of foster children. The Department of Education and the Department of Children and Families will jointly apply for reimbursement from the United States Department of Education for transportation costs between a foster home and the child’s school of origin. If the federal reimbursement is insufficient, the state will cover the remaining costs. This ensures that school districts are fairly compensated for the transportation of foster children.

Massachusetts H567 seeks fair reimbursement for local school transportation of foster children.

Massachusetts H567 amends Chapter 70 of the General Laws to ensure fair reimbursement for local school transportation of foster children. The Department of Education and the Department of Children and Families will jointly apply for reimbursement from the United States Department of Education for transportation costs between a foster home and the child’s school of origin. If the federal reimbursement is insufficient, the state will cover the remaining costs. This ensures that school districts are fairly compensated for the transportation of foster children.