Ensures full reimbursement for in-district school transportation costs in Massachusetts.

This bill amends Chapter 71B of the General Laws to ensure full reimbursement for in-district school transportation costs. It mandates that the state treasurer reimburse cities, towns, regional school districts, and independent vocational schools for transportation services. Reimbursements include the average transportation services expenditure per pupil enrolled in a regular day program and any excess costs for special education programs. The bill also establishes a funding schedule for reimbursements, ensuring full reimbursement by fiscal year 2029.

Ensures full reimbursement for in-district school transportation costs in Massachusetts.

This bill amends Chapter 71B of the General Laws to ensure full reimbursement for in-district school transportation costs. It mandates that the state treasurer reimburse cities, towns, regional school districts, and independent vocational schools for transportation services. Reimbursements include the average transportation services expenditure per pupil enrolled in a regular day program and any excess costs for special education programs. The bill also establishes a funding schedule for reimbursements, ensuring full reimbursement by fiscal year 2029.