HB 1524 Summary

• Adjusts operating budget for Department of Education for fiscal biennium July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2021, using Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2018 as baseline.

• Appropriates $12,468,193 in general funds (A) across fiscal years 2019-2020 and 2020-2021 for school operations including facility maintenance, utilities, innovation funds, and early college programs.

• Authorizes 51 permanent full-time equivalent positions and 1 temporary position across multiple programs including special education, instructional support, technology infrastructure, and early learning.

• Authorizes $150,000 in special funds (B) for talent management stipend program and $100,000 for school community services position formalized under Act 164.

• Authorizes revolving fund (W) positions and appropriations for federal revenue maximization through Medicaid claiming reimbursement program.