The proposed bill would update current statutes governing career technical education districts (CTEDs) by introducing new provisions and modifying existing requirements. Key additions include mandates for the CTE board to monitor fund usage, maintain financial records, and submit annual expenditure reports to participating school districts. The bill also allows school districts to carry forward up to 25% of CTED funds for CTE-related purposes, with the possibility of exceeding this limit through an approved capital plan. Additionally, it specifies that intergovernmental agreements (IGAs) must be executed by July 1 of the year a satellite program is offered and outlines instructor qualifications. Significant removals include the requirement for IGAs to specify proportional calculations of service costs and certain provisions regarding instructor evaluations. The bill also introduces new stipulations for the apportionment of average daily membership (ADM) for students in satellite courses, capping allocations at 1.0 ADM for the school district and 0.25 for the CTED, unless otherwise agreed in an IGA. Overall, these updates aim to enhance the operational framework and accountability of CTEDs, ensuring effective use of funds to support career and technical education.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15-393
House Engrossed Version: 15-393