This bill proposes an appropriation of $2,500,000 from the general fund to the Department of Education specifically for grants to sparse school districts, as defined in existing law. The Department of Education is tasked with distributing these funds directly to each qualifying district based on their fall enrollment figures for 2026. The funds are intended to be used for facility improvements, educational technology, and other instructional materials and equipment.

Additionally, the bill outlines that the secretary of the Department of Education will approve the necessary vouchers for expenditures, and any unspent funds by June 30, 2027, will revert according to established procedures. The bill is set to take effect on June 30, 2026.