This bill aims to enhance funding for small school districts in Washington by ensuring that excess funds in the common school construction fund are allocated specifically for school construction assistance program grants. A new section is added to chapter 28A.515 RCW, stipulating that when the common school construction fund has surplus moneys beyond the costs of the school construction assistance program grants for small school districts' prioritized project list, these funds must be used to finance the grants before any appropriations or expenditures can be made for other capital projects.

The legislation emphasizes the prioritization of funding for small school districts, ensuring that they receive necessary financial support for their construction projects. This approach aims to address the unique challenges faced by smaller districts in securing adequate resources for school infrastructure improvements.