An Act ensuring full reimbursement for in-district school transportation costs
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to ensure that school districts in Massachusetts receive full reimbursement for the costs associated with transporting students within their local school districts. Currently, there may be limitations or discrepancies in how these transportation costs are covered. The bill seeks to clarify and standardize the reimbursement process to provide districts with adequate funding for this essential service.
Key provisions
- Requires full reimbursement for in-district school transportation costs.
- Addresses potential discrepancies in current reimbursement formulas.
- Supports consistent funding for student transportation.
- Aims to alleviate financial burdens on local school districts.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts School Districts
- Students attending Massachusetts public schools
- Local School Boards
Notable changes
- Potentially changes the current method of calculating and distributing transportation funding.
- May establish clearer guidelines for eligible transportation expenses.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
James K. Hawkins
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
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