House Capital Budget Committee May Help Twin County Schools

Wednesday, February 1, 2023 at 10:54 AM

The House Capital Budget Committee recently held public hearings on legislation that would assist schools in Grays Harbor and Pacific counties with capital finances and provide revenue to small school districts.

The House Capital Budget Committee recently held public hearings on legislation that would assist schools in Grays Harbor and Pacific counties with capital finances and provide revenue to small school districts. House Bill 1044 would provide funding for small school districts through a grant process based on need. House Bill 1444 would require the Common School Construction Fund to prioritize small school projects. Neither bill has been scheduled for a vote. The fiscal committee cutoff is Feb. 24.

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