AN ACT CONCERNING FULL FUNDING OF THE SPECIAL EDUCATION EXCESS COST GRANT.

HB 5861 would require the state to fully fund special education excess cost grants at the Department of Education's most recent estimated amount for all towns. This bill directly affects school districts and towns receiving these grants, ensuring they receive the full allocated funding for additional costs of special education programs. The key provision amends statute 10-76g to mandate full funding based on current Department estimates, eliminating partial or reduced payments. The bill aims to provide consistent, predictable funding for special education services statewide.