AN ACT PERMITTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF REGIONAL SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS.

SB 542 allows local and regional school boards to create shared special education programs across multiple districts. It directly affects school districts by enabling them to form regional programs and qualify for 90% state reimbursement on building projects for these programs under existing funding rules. The key provision amends education statutes to formally permit this regional approach and tie funding eligibility to program establishment. This policy change simplifies collaboration between districts for special education services while providing financial support for facility costs.