Bill > LB924

This bill modifies how "learning communities," which are groups of school districts working together, can use funds raised through property taxes. Specifically, it expands the authorized uses of these tax levies to include "leasing or purchasing" elementary learning center facilities, not just facility leases, and allows for remodeling of these facilities. It also clarifies that up to fifty percent of the estimated cost for capital projects for focus schools or programs can be funded. Additionally, the bill adjusts the language regarding the use of levies for early childhood education programs and contracts with external entities, specifying that a portion of the levy can now be used for the "administrative staff of the learning community" instead of solely for elementary learning center employees. The bill also adds a new authorization for learning communities to partner with public and private entities to support increasing high school graduation rates. Finally, it repeals the original sections of law that are being amended.

Education

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