Bill
LC 3476
Overview: LC 3476, "Revise equal opportunity education savings account funding", is a bill with a status of "Draft Ready for Delivery" that was introduced on December 14, 2024.Purp
Overview: LC 3476, "Revise equal opportunity education savings account funding", is a bill with a status of "Draft Ready for Delivery" that was introduced on December 14, 2024.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to modify the funding structure for the state's equal opportunity education savings account program, which provides families of students with disabilities or special needs with financial assistance to cover the cost of private educational services and resources.
Key Provisions:
- Increases the annual funding amount for each eligible student's education savings account from $5,000 to $7,500
- Expands the program's eligibility criteria to include students with a broader range of developmental disabilities and special needs
- Streamlines the application and enrollment process for families to access the education savings accounts
- Provides additional funding for the state education department to administer and oversee the program
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would directly benefit families of students with disabilities and special needs by increasing the financial resources available to them for their child's education. The state education department would also be impacted, with additional responsibilities and funding to manage the expanded program.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill is currently in the draft stage and will need to go through the full legislative process, including committee review and votes in both the state House and Senate, before potentially being signed into law.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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