EDUCATION – Amends and adds to existing law to revise provisions regarding transportation funding for public schools.

Idaho's H 293 revises school transportation funding rules to increase state support for public school districts. It raises the state's share of eligible transportation costs from 50% to 85% (excluding certain costs like bus depreciation), establishes new "hardship bus run" criteria for districts exceeding the 103% reimbursement cap, and adds requirements for non-school-bus vehicles used to transport students. The bill also removes outdated school bus regulations, updates vehicle inspection rules, and creates new provisions for virtual schools seeking reimbursement for internet and equipment costs related to student transportation. These changes directly affect school districts managing student transportation services across Idaho.