Bill > SB0339

This bill modifies Utah's state-supported transportation eligibility rules for school students by expanding the categories of students who can receive transportation support. The bill broadens existing transportation eligibility criteria to include: students in kindergarten through 6th grade living at least 1.5 miles from school, students in 7th through 12th grade living at least two miles from school, students in special programs for those with severe disabilities, and students who are economically disadvantaged. The bill also clarifies how school-to-home distance is measured, specifying that it should be calculated using a public route from the school entrance to either the student's home entrance or the furthest residence in a housing community. Additionally, the bill updates how transportation funds are distributed by the state board, removing specific fiscal year exceptions and maintaining provisions for reviewing and adjusting transportation allowances annually. The bill allows local school boards to continue providing transportation from general funds regardless of distance, and it is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, providing school districts time to prepare for the new transportation eligibility rules.

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