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MS HB205
Bill
Status
3/3/2020
Primary Sponsor
Tom Miles
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AI Summary
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Requires the Legislature to appropriate a share of residual Education Enhancement Fund money for additional funding for educational support and teacher resources to school districts where 20% or more of student enrollment comprises English language learners.
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Amends Section 37-177-21 to establish that funds designated for "other educational needs" under the Education Enhancement Fund must include support for districts serving high percentages of English language learners.
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Modifies Section 37-61-33 to clarify that remainder funds in the Education Enhancement Fund can be appropriated for purposes specified in the Literacy-Based Promotion Act, including English language learner support.
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Takes effect July 1, 2020.
Legislative Description
English language learners; increase funding to districts with 20% or more enrolled student population comprised of.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/3/2020