Montana Session 3 Status: Introduced

LC0538 — Generally revise school finance laws regarding transportation reimbursement rates and guaranteed tax base (GTB) multiplier as calculated by the office of public instruction

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  1. 1
    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced September 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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In plain language

This bill modifies school finance laws related to transportation reimbursement and GTB multiplier calculations.

The bill updates school finance regulations, specifically how transportation reimbursement rates and the guaranteed tax base (GTB) multiplier are calculated. These changes are managed by the office of public instruction.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Adjustments to funding calculations could impact employment opportunities related to school transportation and support staff.
  • Families: This means potential changes in how funds for school transportation are distributed, which could affect services your child receives.

Summary

Generally revise school finance laws regarding transportation reimbursement rates and guaranteed tax base (GTB) multiplier as calculated by the office of public instruction

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. (LC) Draft in Edit

  2. (LC) Draft in Legal Review

  3. (LC) Drafter Assigned

Sponsorship breakdown

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0 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 206 not signed on

Sponsors (0)

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (206)

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Subjects

finance transportation education
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Frequently asked questions

What does LC0538 do?
Generally revise school finance laws regarding transportation reimbursement rates and guaranteed tax base (GTB) multiplier as calculated by the office of public instruction
What is the current status of LC0538?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced September 28, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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