Bill > SF0162

This bill creates new restrictions on how Wyoming school districts can spend funds allocated for teachers through the education resource block grant model, beginning in the 2026-2027 school year. Specifically, the bill requires that funds generated for teacher resources, including salaries, health insurance, and other benefits, must be separately accounted for and spent only on teacher compensation and benefits. The requirement does not apply to charter schools, alternative schools, virtual education programs, schools with fewer than 49 students, or school districts with fewer than 243 students. The Wyoming Department of Education is mandated to collect data from school districts on teacher-related expenditures and report annually to the joint education interim committee. Additionally, the bill requires the department to submit reports in October 2025 and 2026 with findings and recommendations about teacher resource allocations, and tasks the data advisory committee with providing recommendations to help clearly identify teacher-related expenditures. The bill aims to ensure transparency and proper use of funds specifically designated for teacher compensation, with the goal of refining the education resource block grant model's approach to funding teacher resources.

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https://www.wyoleg.gov/Legislation/2025/SF0162