This bill appropriates funds for personal services and operating expenses for the Department of Education's Division of Public School Academic Facilities and Transportation for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026. It establishes a maximum number of regular employees, totaling 32, with specified salary rates for various positions, including directors, project administrators, and school bus drivers. The total amount appropriated for operations is $3,062,839, which includes regular salaries, extra help, and operational expenses. Additionally, the bill allocates $215,340,489 for grants and aid to support academic school facilities and transportation assistance for public school districts.

The bill also includes provisions for the transfer of funds related to the Open-Enrollment Public Charter School Facilities Loan Program and authorizes the Director of the Department of Education to request necessary appropriation transfers with prior approval from the Legislative Council or Joint Budget Committee. An emergency clause is included, stating that the act must take effect on July 1, 2025, to ensure the timely operation of the agency and prevent any disruption in essential governmental programs. The bill emphasizes compliance with existing fiscal control laws and the intent of the General Assembly regarding the appropriations made.