The bill amends Section 33-917 of the Idaho Code to enhance the regulations surrounding the use of funds for school facilities. It specifies that funds distributed to school districts must be utilized exclusively for construction, renovation, or maintenance of school facilities, with a clear prohibition against using these funds for facilities primarily intended for athletic purposes. Additionally, it mandates that school districts report their planned and actual expenditures to the state department of education annually.

A significant addition to the law is the establishment of a model school facility council, which is required to be created by July 1, 2024. This council will be responsible for researching, adopting, and recommending a model school facility plan that aligns with the use of funds from the school modernization facilities fund. The council will consist of nine members appointed by various state leaders and is tasked with submitting a comprehensive plan to the legislature by July 1, 2027, which will include guidelines for school facility construction and standardization across different school levels.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 33-917