Bill > AB1438

This bill extends an existing exemption for the Paradise Unified School District from state funding reductions related to administrative employee-to-teacher ratios, specifically covering the fiscal years 2024-25 through 2026-27. The bill requires the school district to submit a comprehensive report by September 1, 2026, detailing its administrator-to-teacher ratio, reasons for not meeting ratio requirements, potential impacts on students, and a plan for achieving the required ratio by 2026-27. The legislation is directly tied to the district's recovery efforts following the devastating Camp Fire, recognizing the unique challenges faced by the school district in rebuilding and maintaining educational services. The bill includes a provision for potential state reimbursement of any mandated costs and is designated as an urgency statute, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage. By providing this targeted exemption and requiring detailed reporting, the bill aims to support the Paradise Unified School District's ongoing recovery and educational stability during a challenging period of reconstruction.

Budget and Finance, Education

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