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This bill addresses two key areas of education in Alaska: charter school funding and services for children with disabilities. First, the bill requires local school districts to proportionally allocate any additional funding (beyond state aid) to charter schools based on their annual program budget. This means if a school district receives extra funds through grants or special appropriations, charter schools will receive a fair share of those funds relative to their existing budget. Second, the bill mandates that each school district establish written procedures allowing children with disabilities to access medically necessary services in school settings, provided they have a medical diagnosis and a prescription from a qualified health care professional (defined as a licensed or board-certified health care provider). The bill specifies that these new funding allocation requirements will apply to contracts entered into or renewed on or after the bill's effective date, ensuring a clear implementation timeline. By addressing both funding equity for charter schools and medical service access for students with disabilities, the bill aims to improve educational support and resources for different types of students.

Education

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