Bill > H551

This bill aims to increase transparency and accountability in charter school finance. It proposes changes to how Commonwealth charter schools are funded, including calculating a per-pupil tuition amount that reflects the actual spending in the sending district, adjusting for above-foundation spending, and excluding certain special education costs. The bill also requires the state to provide funding for a portion of the per-pupil capital needs component of the charter tuition amount and to reimburse sending districts for these costs. Additionally, it specifies that if a charter school student previously attended a private, parochial, or home school, the state will assume the first-year cost for that student, and the sending district's Chapter 70 aid will not be reduced. The bill also addresses funding arrangements for charter school networks and the retention of Chapter 70 allotments when a charter school closes or eliminates grade levels.

Education

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H551