The bill aims to analyze and improve the annual inflation-related adjustments to K-12 base aid in Montana, ensuring better alignment with the definition of a "basic system of free quality public elementary and secondary schools." It introduces a process for ensuring access to information regarding accurate annual inflationary adjustments and establishes that the general fund funding formula is self-executing. The bill also amends Section 20-9-326, MCA, to clarify how the present law base for entitlements is calculated, incorporating enrollment changes and inflation factors, while allowing for additional inflationary adjustments recommended by the superintendent or the governor.

Additionally, the bill mandates that starting in fiscal year 2026, the superintendent of public instruction must provide detailed reports to various committees regarding funding increases on a per-ANB basis, changes in the consumer price index, and a cumulative comparison of these percentages. The effective date for the bill is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 20-9-326
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HB0266_X(1): 20-9-326
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HB0266_X(3): 20-9-326
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HB0266_X(5): 20-9-326
HB0266_X(6): 20-9-326
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HB0266_X(8): 20-9-326
HB0266_X: 20-9-326