Bill
H 654
Overview: H 654 - An Act relative to special education reimbursementPurpose and Intent: This bill aims to increase the state's reimbursement rate for special education costs incurr
Overview: H 654 - An Act relative to special education reimbursement
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to increase the state's reimbursement rate for special education costs incurred by local school districts. The goal is to provide more financial support to districts and alleviate the burden of funding specialized services and programs for students with disabilities.
Key Provisions:
- Raises the state's reimbursement rate for special education costs from the current 75% to 85%
- Requires the state to fully reimburse districts for the costs of out-of-district placements for students with severe disabilities
- Establishes a special education funding formula to ensure equitable distribution of state aid
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Local school districts will benefit from increased state funding for special education
- Students with disabilities and their families will have greater access to necessary services and programs
- The state budget will need to allocate more funds to cover the higher reimbursement rates
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill is currently in the hearing stage, with a rescheduled hearing date of November 18, 2025
- If passed, the new reimbursement rates and funding formula would take effect starting in the 2026-2027 school year
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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