This bill amends section 79-1129 of the Reissue Revised Statutes of Nebraska to update the provisions regarding transportation expenses for children with disabilities. The bill specifies that the school board of the resident school district must provide transportation services for children with disabilities who need to leave the district temporarily due to a lack of educational services. It also clarifies that transportation expenses will be covered for children enrolled in special educational programs within the school district when they are required to attend a different facility or need special transportation due to their disabilities.

Additionally, the bill removes the requirement for transportation to be provided "within the school district" and instead states that it applies to children "enrolled in the school district." The bill maintains the provision for parents or guardians to be reimbursed for transportation costs at a specified mileage rate, ensuring that payments are based on actual miles traveled. The original section 79-1129 is repealed as part of this legislative update.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 79-1129