AR HB1312

Foundation funding increases to $8,162 per student for 2025-2026 (includes $320 for state-sponsored insurance) and $8,037 per student for 2026-2027 and thereafter (excludes $333 insurance contribution that will be paid directly to Employee Benefits Division)

Alternative learning environment funding rises to $5,212 per student for 2025-2026 and $5,341 for 2026-2027

English learner funding increases to $375 per student for 2025-2026 and $384 for 2026-2027 and thereafter

Enhanced Student Achievement Funding for national school lunch students increases across all three tiers: districts with 90%+ qualifying students receive $1,653-$1,694 per student; 70-90% districts receive $1,103-$1,130; under 70% districts receive $551-$565

Teacher salary equalization funding phases out over three years: $185 per average daily membership for 2025-2026, reduced to $100 for 2026-2027, and $50 for 2027-2028