This bill amends Section 20-9-166 of the Montana Code Annotated to clarify that calculations for significant enrollment increases in school districts are to be made at the budget unit level. Specifically, it introduces new language stating that all enrollment increases must be calculated separately for each budget unit of a school district. This change aims to ensure that districts can accurately assess their funding needs based on specific enrollment changes within different budget units.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for districts to apply for increased state transportation reimbursement and significant enrollment increase payments. It establishes eligibility criteria based on the October enrollment count and specifies the timeline for notifications and budget amendments. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and will apply to school fiscal years beginning on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 20-9-166
SB0037_1(1): 20-9-166
SB0037_1(2): 20-9-166
SB0037_1(3): 20-9-166
SB0037_1(4): 20-9-166
SB0037_1(5): 20-9-166
SB0037_1(6): 20-9-166
SB0037_1(7): 20-9-166
SB0037_1(8): 20-9-166
SB0037_1: 20-9-166
SB0037_X(1): 20-9-166
SB0037_X(2): 20-9-166
SB0037_X(3): 20-9-166
SB0037_X(4): 20-9-166
SB0037_X(5): 20-9-166
SB0037_X: 20-9-166