This bill establishes a new position within the Department of Education titled "academic research and improvement performance data analyst." The position will be classified at no less than the level of administrator III and will require specific qualifications based on education and experience. The data analyst's responsibilities will include collecting and analyzing data to measure student progress, evaluate program effectiveness, guide curriculum development, and promote accountability. Additionally, the analyst will assist educators in utilizing data to enhance educational decision-making and improve student learning outcomes.

To fund this new position, the bill appropriates $160,000 from the general fund for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. The estimated costs for the position are projected to be $101,000 in FY 2027, with increases in subsequent years. Any unspent funds from the appropriation will lapse at the end of the fiscal year, and future funding for the position will be considered as part of the state operating budget process. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.