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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Makes changes to the formula used for deciding how much state money each school district receives. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.6). Removes the cap on the amounts distributed from the State School Fund to school districts for students who are eligible for special education as children with disabilities. Allows for an additional weight for students who are homeless for purposes of calculating dis- tributions of State School Fund moneys to school districts. Declares an emergency, effective July 1, 2025.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the State School Fund distribution formula for Oregon school districts by making two key changes: first, it removes the existing cap of 11 percent on special education student funding, allowing school districts to receive full funding for children with disabilities without requiring additional departmental review; and second, it adds a new funding weight of 1.0 for students identified as homeless under the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act. The bill introduces this additional weight to provide more financial support for students experiencing homelessness, which can create significant educational challenges. The amendments will apply to State School Fund distributions beginning with the 2025-2026 school year, and the bill includes an emergency clause making it effective on July 1, 2025. By adjusting these funding weights, the legislation aims to provide more comprehensive financial support for students with special needs and those experiencing homelessness, potentially helping to address educational disparities and support more vulnerable student populations.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Education with subsequent referral to Revenue, then Ways and Means. (on 01/17/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3151 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB3151 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84121 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB3151/Introduced |
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