An Act relative to school district funding
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill proposes a method for distributing funding to school districts in Massachusetts based on the number of students attending each district’s schools. Specifically, it suggests that funds should be allocated evenly among the towns within a school district, proportional to the student population. The goal is to ensure a more equitable distribution of resources across different communities. This legislation aims to address potential disparities in funding levels based on student enrollment.
Key provisions
- Funds will be distributed evenly among towns within a school district.
- Allocation is based on the number of attending students.
- The bill addresses school district funding.
- It is a petition bill, initiated by John Lamb.
Who is affected
- School districts in Massachusetts
- Towns within school districts
- Students attending Massachusetts schools
- Massachusetts residents
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Sponsors
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2 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsor
John Lamb
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