Committee probes who should determine 'small by necessity' and sparse-school support under Act 73

Feb 4, 2026

Legislative Council told the committee Act 73 asks the State Board to submit standards for 'small by necessity' and Section 37 would use those standards for foundation-formula grants if the new formula takes effect in 2028; members debated whether the State Board or Agency of Education should make annual determinations and requested further testimony.

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The House Education Committee on Feb. 4 examined how Act 73 addresses "sparse by necessity" and "small by necessity" designations that trigger support grants under a future foundation formula.

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