HI SR53

Requests the Department of Education to allow teachers to use purchasing cards when purchasing school supplies and curriculum support supplies.

Directs the Department of Education to develop policies and procedures for teacher use of purchasing cards or declining balance purchasing cards, as appropriate to each school's academic and financial plans.

Addresses ongoing shortage of school supplies and funds, noting that teachers frequently use personal resources to purchase needed classroom materials.

Cites the State Procurement Office's purchasing card program as an efficient alternative to the traditional purchase order system for small purchases.

Requires the Department of Education to transmit a certified copy of the resolution to the Superintendent of Education.