Honorable Florence Shapiro, Chair, Senate Committee on Education
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB350 by Leibowitz (Relating to use of school district resources for athletic or instructional facilities.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would authorize school districts to enter into contracts with institutions of higher education to contribute school district resources to pay a portion of the costs of the design or construction of a an instructional facility, stadium, or other athletic facility that is owned by or under the control of the instititution. The contribution of school district resources would be authorized only if the district and institution of higher education enter into a written agreement authorizing the district to use the facility.
Local Government Impact
The bill would expand contracting authority for school districts. It is assumed that affected districts would consider any potential implications for increased local cost or savings prior to executing the authorized contractual arrangements.