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H 453

APPROPRIATIONS – PUBLIC SCHOOLS – FACILITIES DIVISION – Relates to the appropriation to the Public Schools Educational Support Program’s Division of Facilities for fiscal year 2026.

68th Legislature, 1st Regular Session (2025)

House Bill 453 reallocates $586,300 to boost charter school facility funding while cutting $2.16 million from school district facilities for FY 2026.

Reported Signed by Governor on April 2, 2025 Session Law Chapter 268 Effective: 07/01/2025
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Bill Summary · H 453

Summary of House Bill 453 (H 453)

Overview

House Bill 453 (H 453) pertains to the appropriation of funds for the Public Schools Educational Support Program's Division of Facilities for the fiscal year 2026. The bill aims to adjust funding allocations to support public school facilities, including charter schools, while also reducing certain appropriations.

Purpose and Intent

The primary intent of H 453 is to enhance the maintenance budget for public school facilities by reallocating funds. This includes:
- Increasing funding for charter school facilities.
- Reducing the overall appropriation for the Public Schools Educational Support Program's Division of Facilities due to estimated lottery dividend adjustments.

Key Provisions

  1. Funding Appropriation:

    • An additional $586,300 is appropriated from the Public School Income Fund for the Division of Facilities for the period from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026.

  2. Reduction of Appropriation:

    • The bill reduces the appropriation from the School Districts Facilities Fund by $2,156,400 for the same fiscal period.

  3. Transfer of Funds:

    • A transfer of $586,300 from the General Fund to the Public School Income Fund is mandated, effective on July 1, 2025.

  4. Budget Impact:

    • The total budget for the Facilities Division is set at $193,412,000 for FY 2026, reflecting a decrease from the previous fiscal year's budget.

Fiscal Adjustments

  • The bill outlines specific adjustments to the budget, including:
    • Charter School Facilities: Increased from $12,003,400 in FY 2025 to $12,589,700 in FY 2026.
    • School District Facilities Fund: Decreased from $202,978,700 in FY 2025 to $180,822,300 in FY 2026.

Affected Parties

  • Public Schools: The bill directly impacts public school facilities, including charter schools, by providing additional funding for maintenance and improvements.
  • School Districts: The reduction in appropriations may affect the funding available for school district facilities.

Procedural Timeline

  • Introduced: March 25, 2025
  • Passed by House: March 31, 2025
  • Passed by Senate: April 1, 2025
  • Signed by Governor: April 2, 2025
  • Effective Date: July 1, 2025

Conclusion

House Bill 453 represents a strategic adjustment in funding for public school facilities in Idaho, balancing the need for enhanced support for charter schools while addressing budgetary constraints. The bill's effective date of July 1, 2025, marks the beginning of the new fiscal year, during which these changes will take effect.

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

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