6090-S.E AMH .... GRAH 108

ESSB 6090 - H AMD TO APP COMM AMD (H-3010.5/05)

By Representative ____________

   On page 124, line 29, increase the general fund-state appropriation for fiscal year 2006 by $3,594,000.

   On page 124, line 30, increase the general fund-state appropriation for fiscal year 2007 by $3,594,000.

   On page 124, line 32, correct the total.

   On page 129, after line 38, insert the following: "(c) $3,594,000 of the general fund--state appropriation for fiscal year 2006 and $3,594,000 of the general fund--state appropriation for fiscal year 2007 are provided solely for grants to school districts to provide a continuum of care for children and families to help children become ready to learn. Grant proposals from school districts shall contain local plans designed collaboratively with community service providers. If a continuum of care program exists in the area in which the school district is located, the local plan shall provide for coordination with existing programs to the greatest extent possible. Grant funds shall be allocated pursuant to RCW 70.190.040."

EFFECT: Provides funding in the Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction for the Readiness to Learn grant program. The underlying bill provides no funding for this program.

FISCAL IMPACT: Increases General Fund-State by $7,188,000.