Washington HB2717 outlines a funding formula for state education allocations, focusing on per-student funding and additional support for high-poverty.

Washington HB2717 details a funding formula for state education allocations, emphasizing per-student funding and additional support for high-poverty and highly capable students. The bill sets a minimum allocation of $1,614.28 per full-time equivalent student for materials, supplies, and operating costs, adjusted annually for inflation starting in 2026-27. It also provides extra funding for high-poverty schools, defined as those where over 50% of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals.

Washington HB2717 outlines a funding formula for state education allocations, focusing on per-student funding and additional support for high-poverty.

Washington HB2717 details a funding formula for state education allocations, emphasizing per-student funding and additional support for high-poverty and highly capable students. The bill sets a minimum allocation of $1,614.28 per full-time equivalent student for materials, supplies, and operating costs, adjusted annually for inflation starting in 2026-27. It also provides extra funding for high-poverty schools, defined as those where over 50% of students qualify for free or reduced-price meals.