This bill modifies the public school finance system in Wyoming by establishing a new framework for funding career and technical education (CTE) supplies, materials, and equipment. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, the Wyoming Department of Education will distribute funding to school districts based on the number of full-time equivalent (FTE) CTE teachers. The funding formula includes a base amount per teacher, with specific provisions for schools with fewer than two FTE teachers. Additionally, the bill mandates that all funds allocated under this section must be used exclusively for CTE-related expenses and requires districts to report on their expenditures.

The bill also makes several amendments to existing laws, including the addition of new language that clarifies the relationship between various funding sources for CTE programs. It repeals certain provisions and appropriates nearly $5 million from the public school foundation program account specifically for CTE supplies and equipment for the fiscal year 2025-2026. The effective date for these changes is set for July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-12-105, 21-13-101, 21-13-337, 21-13-309
Engrossed: 21-12-105, 21-13-101, 21-13-337, 21-13-309