S.1685

Restricts Commissioner of Education's authority to reject school district's budget proposal.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Restricts Commissioner of Education's authority to reject school district's budget proposal.

This bill amends the law to restrict the Commissioner of Education's authority to reject a school district's budget proposal. It eliminates the commissioner's ability to reject a budget proposal based on the general fund tax levy or total general fund budget being less than the prior year's amount. The commissioner can still reject a proposal if it fails to meet thoroughness and efficiency standards. The bill also mandates annual audits for school districts where state aid equals 80% or more of their net budget.

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Education Committee
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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee