The bill amends RCW 28A.150.390 to increase the special education enrollment funding cap for school districts in Washington. Specifically, it raises the threshold for the enrollment percentage that triggers an adjustment in the excess cost allocation from 15 percent to 17.25 percent. This adjustment means that if a district's enrollment of special education students exceeds 17.25 percent, the funding allocation will be recalibrated based on this new percentage, ensuring that districts with higher special education enrollment receive appropriate funding.

Additionally, the bill outlines the methodology for calculating the excess cost allocation for special education programs, which includes factors such as the district's average head count of eligible students and the base allocation per full-time equivalent student. The changes aim to provide more equitable funding for districts with higher special education needs, thereby enhancing the support for students with disabilities in Washington's public schools.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 28A.150.390