Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB06271

Introduced
1/29/13  

Caption

An Act Concerning Reductions To The Minimum Budget Requirement For Towns That Achieve Efficiencies And Lower Costs.

Impact

The potential impact of this bill on state laws revolves around how education budgeting is managed at the town level. Should the bill be enacted, it could empower various school districts to be more innovative and adaptive in their financial management, incentivizing them to find efficiencies that would allow for budgetary reductions without compromising educational quality. This could lead to a shift in how funding is allocated and prioritized in schools across the state, focusing more on performance and resourcefulness rather than adhering strictly to preset funding levels.

Summary

House Bill 6271 aims to amend existing state laws regarding the minimum budget requirement for towns and their educational funding. By enabling towns to reduce their minimum budget requirement based on documented savings from increased efficiencies within their school districts, the legislation intends to promote a more flexible and fiscally responsible approach to education financing. Specifically, the bill stipulates that any school district achieving measurable cost savings can lower its budgeted appropriation for education by an amount equivalent to half of the savings realized, provided these efficiencies are approved by the Commissioner of Education.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HB 6271 may arise from concerns over the implications of budget reductions on educational quality. Critics might argue that allowing towns to reduce their budgets based on efficiency gains could lead to underfunding in critical areas, particularly if the achieved savings do not align with maintaining adequate educational standards. Supporters would counter that the legislation fosters a culture of accountability and efficiency in public education, which could ultimately improve financial outcomes for towns. Discussions could also touch on the state’s oversight role in safeguarding educational quality while promoting fiscal efficiency.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00016

An Act Concerning Revenue Items To Implement The Governor's Budget.

CT SB00381

An Act Concerning Revisions To The Mandated Reporter Requirements.

CT SB00221

An Act Concerning The Minimum Fair Wage And Service Charges.

CT HB05004

An Act Concerning The Implementation Of Certain Climate Change Measures.

CT HB05079

An Act Concerning The Education Cost Sharing Grant Amount For The Town Of Colchester.

CT SB00001

An Act Concerning The Health And Safety Of Connecticut Residents.

CT HB05436

An Act Concerning Educator Certification, Teachers, Paraeducators And Mandated Reporter Requirements.

CT HB05012

An Act Concerning Funding For In-patient Addiction Treatment Providers That Covers Room And Board Costs.

CT SB00005

An Act Concerning School Resources.

CT HB05053

An Act Concerning The Governor's Budget Recommendations For Health And Human Services.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.