The bill amends South Dakota's existing law regarding the maximum sparsity benefit that sparse school districts can receive. Specifically, it modifies Section 13-13-79 to stipulate that while the secretary of the Department of Education distributes funds to these districts, no sparse school district shall receive a sparsity benefit exceeding one hundred thirty-seven thousand dollars in any fiscal year.

This change aims to provide a clearer limit on the financial support available to sparse school districts, ensuring that the distribution of state aid remains within a defined cap. The adjustment reflects an effort to manage state resources effectively while still supporting educational needs in less populated areas.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/14/2025: 13-13-79
Senate Appropriations Engrossed, 02/20/2025: 13-13-79
Enrolled, 03/11/2025: 13-13-79