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HF 10

A bill for an act relating to the attachment of the territory of a school district that is subject to an approved dissolution proposal, and including applicability provisions.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Bubba Sorensen

Bill HF 10 aimed to streamline territory attachment for dissolved school districts and allow tax reductions for those with fewer than 600 students, enhancing local education funding.

Withdrawn.
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Bill Summary · HF 10

Summary of Bill HF 10

Bill Information

  • Bill Number: HF 10
  • Title: A bill for an act relating to the attachment of the territory of a school district that is subject to an approved dissolution proposal, and including applicability provisions.
  • Status: Withdrawn
  • Introduced: January 14, 2025
  • Classification: Bill
  • Subject: School Districts

Purpose and Intent

Bill HF 10 aimed to amend existing legislation regarding the attachment of territory from school districts that are undergoing dissolution. The primary intent was to clarify the effective date for such territorial attachments and to provide a mechanism for potential tax reductions for certain school districts.

Key Provisions

  • Effective Date of Attachment:

    • The bill proposed that the attachment of territory from a dissolved school district would be effective on July 1 of the calendar year immediately following the year in which the attachment was approved, rather than the current law which states it becomes effective on July 1 following the approval.

  • Tax Levy Reduction:

    • For school districts with a certified enrollment of fewer than 600 students, the bill allowed for a potential reduction in the foundation property tax levy, contingent upon approval from the director of the Department of Education.
    • If such a reduction is approved, the director is required to notify the Department of Management.

Applicability

  • The provisions of this bill would apply to school district dissolution propositions that receive voter approval on or after the effective date of the bill.

Legislative Actions

  • Withdrawn: February 24, 2025
  • Committee Reports:
    • January 30, 2025: Committee report approving the bill, renumbered as HF 174.
    • January 28, 2025: Committee report recommending amendment and passage.
    • January 28, 2025: Committee vote resulted in 22 Yeas, 0 Nays, and 1 Excused.
  • Subcommittee Recommendations:
    • January 23, 2025: Subcommittee recommended passage.
    • January 22, 2025: Subcommittee meeting held.

Impact

While the bill was ultimately withdrawn, its provisions were designed to affect school districts undergoing dissolution, particularly those with smaller enrollments. The proposed changes aimed to streamline the process of territory attachment and provide financial relief through tax reductions, thereby impacting local education funding and governance.

Conclusion

Bill HF 10 sought to address specific procedural aspects of school district dissolutions and their financial implications. Although it was withdrawn before further action, the discussions surrounding it highlighted ongoing concerns regarding the management and restructuring of school districts in the state.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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