Bill > HB2302

This bill amends Arizona's building renewal grant fund regulations to clarify and expand the rules for school districts accessing funding for facility maintenance and improvements. The bill specifically modifies provisions related to how school districts can receive and use building renewal grants, with a notable change allowing accommodation schools (which were previously ineligible) to receive grants for buildings constructed before 2014 using former school facilities board funds. The bill maintains existing requirements that grants can only be used for primary building renewal projects like major renovations, system upgrades, and infrastructure improvements, and cannot be used for new construction, aesthetic remodeling, or routine maintenance. School districts must submit a preventive maintenance plan and can only receive grants for projects that will be completed within twelve months, though extensions may be granted. The division administering the fund must prioritize critical projects that immediately impact student safety or could cause building closures, and must provide monthly reports on grant distributions. The bill also requires the division to establish clear policies for grant approvals, notification timelines, and assessment processes, with the school facilities oversight board reviewing these procedures.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/82071