Bill > H642

This bill modifies a section of Massachusetts law concerning regional school district transportation reimbursements by removing the phrase "subject to appropriation" and replacing it with new language that guarantees a more consistent and predictable funding mechanism. Specifically, the bill mandates that transportation reimbursements will no longer be dependent on annual appropriations, but instead will be provided through a monthly allotment that must be at least one-twelfth (1/12th) of the school district's transportation expenses from the previous year. This change aims to provide more financial stability and predictability for regional school districts by ensuring they receive a minimum level of transportation funding each month, regardless of the annual budgeting process. The modification appears to address potential funding uncertainties that could previously have left school districts uncertain about their transportation reimbursement levels.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/H642