Committee introduces RS 32437 to create state fund for high-needs special-education costs

Feb 20, 2025

Lawmakers voted to introduce RS 32437, a proposal to create a state reimbursement fund for very high-cost special-education students. Sponsors described a $3 million initial cap and district-level limits; department officials said Medicaid and existing contracts affect net cost to districts.

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Representative Ben Furman introduced RS 32437, a proposal to help school districts cover unusually high special-education costs, and the committee voted to introduce the measure for a full hearing.

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