Bill > HB1163

This bill modifies Tennessee's education funding laws to change how public charter schools receive state and local funds. The bill requires the state department of education to directly disburse state funding generated by public charter school students to the charter schools themselves, instead of routing those funds through local education agencies (LEAs). Additionally, the bill mandates that LEAs allocate local student-generated funds, average per-pupil state and local funds, and federal funds (such as IDEA and ESEA funds) directly to charter schools. The legislation also requires LEAs to include charter school funding calculations in their budgets and distribute local funds to charter schools in at least nine equal installments, with adjustments made periodically based on changes in revenue, student membership, or student services. Furthermore, the bill requires the department of education to establish, by July 1, 2025, a clear process for public charter schools to dispute potential errors in funding allocations with their authorizers. The bill takes effect immediately for rulemaking purposes, with full implementation set for July 1, 2025, aiming to provide more transparent and direct funding mechanisms for public charter schools in Tennessee.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB1163&ga=114