SENATE BILL REPORT

EHB 1900

This analysis was prepared by non-partisan legislative staff for the use of legislative members in their deliberations. This analysis is not a part of the legislation nor does it constitute a statement of legislative intent.

As of April 8, 2013

Title: An act relating to caseload forecasts of common school students.

Brief Description: Specifying "caseload" for purposes of caseload forecasts of common school students.

Sponsors: Representatives Stonier, Magendanz, Hunter, Ryu, Maxwell and Pollet.

Brief History: Passed House: 3/08/13, 97-1.

Committee Activity: Ways & Means:

SENATE COMMITTEE ON WAYS & MEANS

Staff: Elise Greef (786-7708)

Background: The Caseload Forecast Council (CFC) is a statutory body that oversees the preparation of caseload forecasts for populations of persons expected to meet entitlement requirements, and require the services of the common school system, medical assistance programs, state correctional institutions, public assistance programs, and others.

The forecast of students expected to require the services of the common school system is prepared at the statewide level.

Summary of Bill: The bill requires CFC to prepare forecasts of the number of persons expected to meet entitlement requirements in the common school system by school district, as well as statewide.

If specific funding for the bill is not provided by June 30, 2013, the act is null and void.

Appropriation: None.

Fiscal Note: Available.

Committee/Commission/Task Force Created: None.

Effective Date: Ninety days after adjournment of session in which bill is passed.