Introduced
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To increase by $25 per-pupil the annual funding for school districts receiving a foundation allowance of less than $7,200 annually in the 2005-2006 school year. (The actual increase for the year is $18, since the grants would be pro-rated and begin Jan.1, 2006). The current minimum grant is $6,875. The bill is linked with House Bill 5436, which appropriates money left over in the School Aid Fund at the end of Fiscal Year 2004-2005.
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations
Amendment offered
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To spend the money only if the January 2006 revenue estimating conference confirms that the state actually has it.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Passed in the House 79 to 23 (details)
Referred to the Committee on Appropriations
