HB 4940
Relating to teacher fundraising
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill aims to prevent county school boards from restricting teachers’ ability to use fundraising methods like crowd-sourcing to raise money for their schools. It specifically prohibits school boards from preventing teachers from utilizing current fundraising techniques. The bill clarifies the role of county boards in managing school funds and establishing fundraising procedures, ensuring that funds are designated for school activities and recognition programs. It also addresses cooperative agreements between counties for shared services and job-sharing arrangements.
Key provisions
- Prohibits county boards from preventing teachers from using fundraising methods like crowd-sourcing.
- Clarifies county boards’ authority over school funds, including records and expenditures.
- Requires schools to publicize fundraising activities and designate funds for specific purposes.
- Establishes cooperative agreements between county boards for shared services and cost reduction.
- Allows for job-sharing arrangements between county employees, with specific insurance coverage requirements.
- Addresses transportation arrangements for students, including public expense and vehicle requirements.
- Provides for the potential use of leased buses and outlines insurance requirements.
- Mandates the provision of information to students and parents regarding vocational and higher education opportunities.
Who is affected
- Teachers
- County School Boards
- Students
- Parents
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