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MO SB426
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/27/2013
Primary Sponsor
Jamilah Nasheed
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AI Summary
- Establishes a pilot program for nonprofit math and science tutoring centers serving metropolitan district schools with schoolwide average assessment scores below 50 percent proficient at any grade level
- Centers shall employ state-certified master teachers exhibiting leadership and distinguished teaching, who select and train volunteer tutors to provide customized tutoring during school hours and extended hours on nights, weekends, and summers
- Creates the Mathematics and Science Tutoring Center Fund with $300,000 in initial appropriations, administered jointly by the state treasurer, workforce development division, and department of economic development
- Allows businesses in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics occupations to donate to tutoring centers beginning January 1, 2014, and retain half the donation value from withholding taxes under sections 143.191 to 143.265
- Program automatically sunsets six years after the effective date unless reauthorized by the general assembly; if reauthorized, it sunsets twelve years after reauthorization
Legislative Description
Creates a pilot program for support of nonprofit math and science tutoring centers in St. Louis City
Last Action
Second Read and Referred S Education Committee
3/13/2013
Committee Referrals
Education3/13/2013
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