Bill > SB5780

This bill modifies state laws regarding reimbursement payments for student transportation vehicles by updating several key provisions. The bill requires the superintendent of public instruction to develop a reimbursement schedule that helps school districts pay for student transportation vehicles, with payments based on vehicle categories, anticipated lifetime, and state reimbursement rates. A significant new provision requires the superintendent to reduce reimbursement payments if a school district receives a local, state, or federal grant or rebate for replacing a vehicle, ensuring that districts do not receive duplicative funding. The bill also mandates that districts submit more detailed reporting three times per year, now including the amount of any grants or rebates received for vehicle replacement. School districts must continue to maintain vehicles for their assigned useful lifetime and follow maintenance standards, with potential financial penalties for failing to do so. The changes aim to create more transparency and prevent potential over-funding of student transportation vehicle replacements while maintaining a structured approach to vehicle reimbursement.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=5780&Year=2025&Initiative=false