SB 1034
Increasing amount of funding counties receive for HOPE Scholarship enrollments
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 1034 aims to increase funding for West Virginia counties by providing financial support to county boards of education for students who are eligible for a Hope Scholarship but choose not to enroll in public schools. This funding would equal the amount the county would typically receive for that student if they were enrolled in a public school. The bill seeks to ensure that counties receive compensation for students participating in the Hope Scholarship program, even if those students aren’t attending public schools. This is intended to support students and their local school districts.
Key provisions
- Provides funding to county boards of education.
- Funding is tied to students eligible for Hope Scholarships.
- Students must not be enrolled in a public school.
- Funding amount equals the typical public school funding allocation.
- Addresses students who opt out of the Hope Scholarship program.
- Relates to the Hope Scholarship Program Fund.
Who is affected
- County Boards of Education
- Students eligible for Hope Scholarships
- Parents/Guardians of eligible students
- West Virginia Counties
Notable changes
- Creates a new funding mechanism for counties related to Hope Scholarship enrollment.
- Addresses students who choose not to utilize the Hope Scholarship.
Fiscal impact
The bill would require additional funding from the Hope Scholarship Program Fund to support the increased payments to county boards of education.
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