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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/27/2025
06/27/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: Raises the cap on the amount of state moneys that a school district may receive for a student who is a child with a disability. (Flesch Readability Score: 63.0). Increases over time the percentage cap on the amount of moneys that are distributed from the State School Fund to school districts for students eligible for special education as a child with a disability. Directs the State Board of Education to adopt workload standards for personnel providing special education and related services. Allows a school district to be eligible for a higher percentage cap if the school district complies with the standards. Declares an emergency, effective July 1, 2025.
AI Summary
This bill increases state funding for special education by gradually raising the cap on the percentage of a school district's average daily membership (ADM) that can receive special education funding. Specifically, for the 2025-2026 school year, the cap will be 12 percent of district ADM, increasing to 13 percent in 2026-2027. The bill also directs the State Board of Education to develop workload standards for special education personnel, including determining appropriate student-to-staff ratios. School districts that demonstrate compliance with these standards may be eligible for higher percentage caps on special education funding - up to 14 percent in 2027-2028 and 16 percent in 2029-2030. The Department of Education retains the ability to provide waivers and approve higher percentages based on the number of students with disabilities and the costs of providing special education services. The bill includes an emergency clause and will take effect on July 1, 2025, with the goal of improving support and resources for students with disabilities in Oregon's school districts.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Last Action
In committee upon adjournment. (on 06/27/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB317 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for SB317 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/84514 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/SB317/Introduced |
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