This bill amends Section 33-1004 of the Idaho Code, which pertains to the staff allowance for school districts. The amendment includes provisions for calculating the instructional, pupil service, administrative, and classified staff allowances based on support units. Notably, it allows districts to contract for services with nondistrict employees, includes specific conditions for districts with fewer than forty support units, and permits the use of a portion of the instructional staff allowance for kindergarten teacher home visits. Additionally, the bill introduces a mechanism for districts to appeal for waivers if their staff allowance is insufficient to meet accreditation standards.

The bill also removes previous language that mandated a one percent reduction in staff allowances for districts with larger average class sizes, along with related reporting requirements. This change aims to simplify the staff allowance calculations and provide more flexibility for school districts in managing their staffing needs. The act is declared to be an emergency measure, taking effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 33-1004