The bill amends South Dakota's current law regarding the funding set aside for extraordinary expenses related to special education programs. Specifically, it establishes that beginning July 1, 2026, the secretary of the Department of Education will allocate five million dollars from the state aid to districts for special education to cover these extraordinary expenses. Additionally, it stipulates that any unspent or uncommitted funds from this allocation will not revert back to the state, as long as the total reserved amount does not exceed five million five hundred thousand dollars.

This modification aims to ensure that adequate financial resources are available to support children with disabilities in special education programs, thereby enhancing the quality of services provided. The bill reflects a commitment to maintaining a stable funding source for extraordinary expenses, which can arise in the course of delivering specialized educational services.

Statutes affected:
Introduced, 01/21/2026: 13-37-40
House Appropriations Engrossed, 03/05/2026: 13-37-40
Enrolled, 03/11/2026: 13-37-40