The amendment allows school districts to use foundation program funds transferred to a special reserve fund to finish projects that were already in progress before the act's effective date.
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SF0156
Rules on Spending Money for K-12 School Buildings
Last scannedOct 25, 2026, 2:19 AM
In one sentence
This act prohibits schools from using certain state funds to build or improve school buildings and limits how they can use money for maintenance.
What it does
- It does not allow schools to spend foundation program money on building new schools or fixing major parts of existing ones.
- Schools cannot use major maintenance funds to add enhancements like extra features or upgrades.
Who it affects
- K-12 public school districts in Wyoming
- State departments responsible for education and construction
Limits and unknowns
- The bill did not pass, so it does not have an effect.
- It only applies to funds generated by the foundation program and major maintenance funds.
Plain language
Terms to know
- Foundation Program Funds
- Money given by the state to help schools pay for regular operations.
- Major Maintenance Funds
- Money set aside for fixing and maintaining school buildings.
Official record
Sources
Public statements
Why lawmakers voted
Last checked Aug 5, 3:12 AM
Couldn't find a published reason.
Wyoming roll calls
Recorded votes
1 roll call
S04 - Education:Recommend Amend and Do Pass 3-2-0-0-02025-02-05 · Senate3 yes 2 no
- Yes
- 3
- No
- 2
- Absent
- 0
- Excused
- 0
- Conflict
- 0
Official activity
Bill history
- S postponed indefinitelySenate
- S 3rd Reading:S Did not consider for 3rd ReadingSenate
- S 3rd Reading:Laid BackSenate
- S 2nd Reading:PassedSenate
- S COW:PassedSenate
- S Placed on General FileSenate
- S04 - Education:Recommend Amend and Do Pass 3-2-0-0-0Senate
- S Introduced and Referred to S04 - EducationSenate
- S Received for IntroductionSenate
- Bill Number AssignedLSO
Changes
Amendments
2 stored
The amendment allows school districts to use foundation program funds transferred to a special reserve fund to finish projects that were already in progress before the act's effective date.