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LA SB25
Bill
AI Summary
- Amends Article VIII, Section 13(D)(1) of the Louisiana Constitution to add the St. George community school system to the list of entities treated as parishes for school funding purposes
- Grants St. George the authority to access minimum foundation program funding, receive state funding for school books and instructional materials, and raise local revenues for elementary and secondary schools
- Joins Central and Zachary community school systems (also in East Baton Rouge Parish) and municipalities of Baker, Monroe, and Bogalusa that already have this parish-equivalent status
- Statewide election scheduled for April 18, 2026, contingent on House Bill No. 625 (2025) becoming effective; otherwise defaults to November 3, 2026
- Requires two-thirds approval from both legislative houses and includes a non-discrimination clause prohibiting state dollars from being used to discriminate in providing equal educational opportunity
Legislative Description
Constitutional amendment to grant the St. George community school system in East Baton Rouge Parish the same authority granted to parishes to operate a school system. (2/3 - CA13s1(A)) (EN +$2,457,390 GF EX See Note)
SCHOOLS
Last Action
Effective date: See Act.
6/13/2025
Committee Referrals
Civil Law and Procedure5/27/2025
Appropriations5/20/2025
Education5/13/2025
Finance4/28/2025
Education3/28/2025
Full Bill Text
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