Bill > SB99

This bill extends and enhances regional Career and Technical Education (CTE) agreements in New Hampshire by introducing several key provisions. The bill requires regional CTE agreements to develop an access program by January 1, 2026, allowing students from sending districts to enroll part-time or full-time in non-CTE courses at the receiving district. Students must be enrolled in at least one CTE class to participate, and will be classified as part-time (less than 3 non-CTE classes) or full-time (3 or more non-CTE classes). Sending districts will be required to pay tuition to receiving districts, with rates set at 80% of the receiving district's average cost per pupil, prorated for part-time students. The bill also mandates that sending districts provide transportation and that the state will provide funding for qualified students. Additionally, the legislation requires school districts to align their calendars to minimize scheduling conflicts and ensure smooth operation of CTE programs, with no more than 10 instructional days being misaligned between districts. The bill also introduces flexibility for students from non-public or chartered public schools to attend the nearest regional CTE center, regardless of their district of residence. These changes aim to improve access to career and technical education and provide more educational opportunities for students across New Hampshire, with the provisions set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Education

https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_docket.aspx?lsr=1103&sy=2025&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2025&txtbillnumber=SB99