The bill amends Section 16-7.2-6 of the General Laws under "The Education Equity and Property Tax Relief Act." It removes the requirement for the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education to prorate funds among school districts when the total approved costs for which school districts are seeking reimbursement exceed the amount of funding appropriated in any fiscal year. Additionally, the bill eliminates the previous stipulation that categorical programs be funded according to a transition plan outlined in Section 16-7.2-7. The act aims to streamline funding processes for educational programs and will take effect upon passage.

Statutes affected:
5977: 16-7.2-6