REVISED
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS31249 / S1358
This legislation makes changes to the Empowering Parents Micro-grant program consistent with the
recommendations of the Parent Advisory Panel. It provides for the following changes: 1) allows internet
expenses to be subject to reimbursement instead of direct payment through the grant distribution platform,
2) clarifies that students in school districts and public charter schools are eligible to use the micro-grants for
programs offered through their schools that have an associated fee, and 3) increases the allowable timeframe
to expend the funds from 2 to 3 years.
FISCAL NOTE
There is no impact to the general fund created by the changes to this existing program because it does not
increase the micro-grant awards and funding for the administration of the program currently exists within the
budget of the State Board of Education.
Contact:
Senator Lori Den Hartog
(208) 332-1000
Representative Wendy Horman
(208) 332-1000
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN REVISED: 03/25/2024, 1:51 PM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 33-1030, 33-1031, 33-1032