Bill > HB2147

This bill addresses funding for school materials, supplies, and operating costs by acknowledging that inflation has reduced school districts' purchasing power. The legislation increases funding allocations for materials, supplies, and operating costs, with specific provisions including a base allocation of $1,614.28 per full-time equivalent student, an additional $214.84 per full-time equivalent high school student, and a new minimum allocation of $100 per full-time equivalent student beginning in the 2026-27 school year. Starting in 2026-27, school districts will be required to report detailed expenditures in specific categories such as technology, utilities, insurance, curriculum, and other operational costs. The bill also ensures that smaller school districts receive a minimum of $100,000 in additional funding. The allocation amounts will be adjusted annually for inflation, using the implicit price deflator calculated by the United States Department of Commerce's Bureau of Economic Analysis. The increased funding is specifically intended to address growing materials, supplies, and operating costs and cannot be used for other purposes, demonstrating the legislature's commitment to supporting educational resources and infrastructure.

Budget and Finance

https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2147&Year=2025&Initiative=false