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SD SB242
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/4/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tamara Grove
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AI Summary
- Appropriates $2,500,000 from the general fund to the Department of Education for grants to sparse school districts, as defined in § 13-13-78
- Requires the Department of Education to distribute grants directly to each sparse school district on a pro rata basis according to each district's 2026 fall enrollment
- Restricts grant spending to facility improvements, educational technology purchases, and other instructional materials and equipment
- Any funds not expended or obligated by June 30, 2027, revert to the general fund under standard reversion procedures
- Effective June 30, 2026; introduced by Senator Grove during the 101st Legislative Session
Legislative Description
Make an appropriation to the Department of Education for the provision of grants to sparse school districts.
Appropriation
Last Action
Withdrawn at the Request of the Prime Sponsor S.J. 260
2/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Education2/5/2026
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