This bill amends current law regarding supplementary weighting for school districts that share operational functions, specifically focusing on the role of school resource officers. It establishes that a school district sharing operational functions with a political subdivision for at least 20 percent of the school year will receive additional funding to enhance student opportunities and programming. The bill increases the supplementary weighting for a school resource officer from two pupils to four pupils, thereby providing greater financial support for districts that share this role.

The changes will take effect on July 1, 2025, for school budget years beginning on or after that date. The bill also clarifies that districts can receive supplementary weighting for sharing services, even if the operational functions performed differ between the school district and the political subdivision, as long as they are eligible for weighting. This aims to encourage collaboration between school districts and local governments to improve educational resources and support for students.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 257.11