This bill amends the requirements for the mandatory report to voters that must be distributed before any school district adopts a school budget. Key changes include the replacement of the word "must" with "shall" in several instances, indicating a stronger obligation for compliance. The report is now required to be posted in at least three locations, including the school district's website if available, and must be displayed at least seven days prior to the first budget hearing. The content of the report has also been updated to include one graph with three financial indicators instead of three separate line graphs, and a table titled "Top Administrator Salaries" that lists the ten highest-paid administrators instead of four.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section that mandates the inclusion of specific information in the annual warrant, ensuring that details regarding the adoption of the school budget are clearly presented. The effective date for these changes is set for 60 days after the bill's passage. The fiscal impact of the bill on local school districts is indeterminable, as the Department of Education has noted potential technical flaws that may complicate implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 189:76, 671:20, 189:75
As Amended by the House: 189:76
HB1807 text: 189:76, 671:20