SB 140 Summary

• Increases internet service funding for school districts from 25 megabits to 100 megabits per second download speed for schools qualifying under the federal universal services program.

• Establishes a charter school termination appeal process allowing charter schools to appeal local school board decisions to the commissioner, who must issue a written decision within 90 days.

• Creates a dedicated charter school coordinator position in the Department of Education to provide support, resources, policy guidance, and assistance with charter school applications.

• Sets new per-student transportation funding amounts for each school district based on adjusted ADM calculations, effective for school years beginning July 1, 2024.

• Raises the base student allocation from $5,960 to $6,640 and provides $500 per student in grades kindergarten through three identified with reading deficiencies to support reading improvement plans and professional development.