STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS28807C1 / H0331
This purpose of this bill is to provide funding for optional full-day kindergarten, providing local districts
and charter schools with more flexibility to pay for optional full-day kindergarten without relying on student
tuition and supplemental levies. Disparity in kindergarten funding has led to a statewide patchwork of full-day
kindergarten opportunities. This bill would offer parity statewide so if school districts and families decide that
optional full-day kindergarten is appropriate for their children, funding would not be a barrier to their choice
in education.
FISCAL NOTE
The fiscal impact of this legislation to the general fund is anticipated to not exceed $42.1 million in FY 2022
and will be ongoing. This impact may be reduced based on participation rates. As some school districts are
currently paying for full-day kindergarten through supplemental levies, this legislation will reduce reliance on
property taxes for these programs.
Contact:
Representative Judy Boyle
Senator Carl Crabtree
(208) 332-1000
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 03/11/2021, 10:13 AM


Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 33-1002, 33-1027