Revise laws related to educating children receiving in-state inpatient treatment of serious emotional disturbances

This bill establishes a clearer framework for funding education for children in Montana who are receiving inpatient treatment for serious emotional disturbances at state-qualified facilities. It requires the Superintendent of Public Instruction to create rules for calculating tuition costs and outlines how state and local school districts will share payment responsibilities for these educational services. The legislation also clarifies that facilities must prioritize Montana residents, prohibits additional charges for eligible students, and provides backup options if a facility fails to offer appropriate educational programs.