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Funding for Charter Schools: Improving Facilities Quality and Equal Access

This Act aims to improve the quality and affordability of facilities for charter schools by establishing a new State facilities aid program. Citizens can expect that charter schools, especially those in low-income and rural areas, will gain access to better physical infrastructure, potentially enhancing educational quality. The program authorizes $100 million annually from 2024 through 2028 to support state-level facility aid initiatives.
Key points
New Grant Program: Establishes a competitive grant program for states to create or enhance aid programs for charter school facilities.
Equal Funding Access: Focuses on reducing funding gaps for facilities (acquisition and operating costs) between charter schools and other public schools.
Access to Public Property: Promotes increased access for charter schools to public buildings, including ensuring they have the first right of refusal to purchase surplus public property.
Funding Authorization: Authorizes $100 million annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 to fund these state facility aid programs.
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Print number: 118_S_1480
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Process start date: 2023-05-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Equitable Access to School Facilities Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1480.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Grant Program: Establishes a competitive grant program for states to create or enhance aid programs for charter school facilities.
  • Equal Funding Access: Focuses on reducing funding gaps for facilities (acquisition and operating costs) between charter schools and other public schools.
  • Access to Public Property: Promotes increased access for charter schools to public buildings, including ensuring they have the first right of refusal to purchase surplus public property.
  • Funding Authorization: Authorizes $100 million annually for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 to fund these state facility aid programs.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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