Bill
SB 3191
Proposes FY2026 General Fund funding to Newton County School District to complete the final phase of the Newton County CTE Center, benefiting students; bill died in committee.
SB 3191 — Summary
Overview
- Purpose: A General Fund appropriation for Fiscal Year 2026 to the Newton County School District to support the final phase of the Newton County CTE Center.
- Status: Died in committee (did not advance to the House/Senate floor for consideration or enactment).
Purpose and Intent
- The bill intends to allocate state General Fund resources in FY2026 to complete the final phase of a Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center in Newton County. The title indicates the funds are specifically designated for the last phase of the project, suggesting completion of construction, equipment, or related program infrastructure tied to that phase.
Key Provisions (as indicated by title and status)
- Appropriation Source: General Fund.
- Fiscal Year: FY2026.
- Recipient: Newton County School District.
- Scope of Funding: For the final phase of the Newton County CTE Center (noting that the exact use of funds would typically be defined in the bill’s text as intended for completion of the project).
Fiscal Impact
- The bill would impose a General Fund expenditure in FY2026 to Newton County School District; the precise dollar amount and any conditions, reporting requirements, or milestones are not provided in the available summary.
- As introduced and subsequently died in committee, no appropriation would become law unless reintroduced and enacted.
Affected Parties
- Primary: Newton County School District and its students, staff, and programs related to the CTE Center.
- Secondary: Contractors, vendors, and service providers associated with construction, equipment procurement, or curriculum-related enhancements tied to the final phase.
Procedural History and Timeline
- Introduction: February 26, 2025.
- Legislative Actions:
- 2025-02-26: Referred to Appropriations.
- 2025-02-26: Died In Committee.
- Implication: The bill did not progress to committee report, floor vote, or enactment.
Potential Implications if Reintroduced
- If reintroduced and enacted, the appropriation would provide targeted funding to complete the Newton County CTE Center, potentially accelerating completion, enabling equipment purchases, and expanding CTE offerings for students.
- The bill’s passage would depend on the appropriations process, budget priorities, and alignment with state fiscal constraints.
Notes
- This summary reflects the information available: bill name, purpose as inferred from the title, status, and key actions taken.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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