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NM HB280

NM HB280
Low-income Remote Schooling Reimbursement


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Introduced
02/11/2021
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/20/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO PROVIDE REIMBURSEMENT TO LOW-INCOME PARENTS FOR SCHOOL EXPENSES FOR STUDENTS HAVING TO ATTEND PUBLIC SCHOOL REMOTELY; DECLARING AN EMERGENCY.

AI Summary

This bill appropriates $76 million from the public education reform fund to the public education department to reimburse parents of public school students who meet the household income requirements for free or reduced-price lunch for necessary expenses, such as supplies, equipment, and internet access, to enable the students to attend public school remotely during school closures due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The maximum reimbursement is $400 for parents of students eligible for free lunch and $250 for parents of students eligible for reduced-price lunch. The bill also declares an emergency, requiring it to take effect immediately.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

Sent to HEC - Referrals: HEC/HAFC (on 02/11/2021)

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