Bill Summary
The bill introduces a new funding model for public schools based on outcomes in mathematics proficiency and growth for middle school grades, and credential attainment for high school students. It defines ‘outcomes-based funding’ and allocates 60% of funds for math outcomes and 40% for secondary outcomes like graduation rates and credential attainment. The bill also updates several code references across different sections of the education statutes and includes a provision for periodic review of the funding program.
Overall Summary
The bill aligns with the metrics by promoting fiscal responsibility through targeted educational funding, enhancing educational quality and accountability, and supporting state sovereignty in educational matters. It emphasizes performance-based funding, which could lead to more efficient use of resources and potentially improve educational outcomes, aligning with the principles of effective and responsible government.
Reason for Rating
ARTICLE I. RESPONSIBILITY IN GOVERNMENT (Rating: 1)
The bill's introduction of a performance-based funding model for education aligns with fiscal responsibility by potentially reducing wasteful spending and ensuring funds are used effectively to meet specific educational outcomes.
ARTICLE II. CITIZEN INVOLVEMENT IN GOVERNMENT (Rating: 0)
The bill does not directly address issues related to citizen involvement in government, thus it is rated as neutral.
ARTICLE III. EDUCATION (Rating: 1)
The bill directly impacts education by introducing a new funding model that emphasizes accountability and performance, aligning with the metric's emphasis on improving educational quality and supporting various educational choices.
ARTICLE IV. AGRICULTURE (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address agricultural issues, so it is rated as neutral in this context.
ARTICLE V. WATER (Rating: 0)
The bill does not pertain to water management or policy, resulting in a neutral rating.
ARTICLE VI. NATURAL RESOURCES AND ENVIRONMENT (Rating: 0)
This bill focuses on education and does not involve natural resources or environmental policies, hence a neutral rating.
ARTICLE VII. ENERGY (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve energy policy or management, leading to a neutral rating.
ARTICLE VIII. IDAHO NATIONAL LABORATORIES (Rating: 0)
The bill does not impact Idaho National Laboratories or related research and development, so it is rated as neutral.
ARTICLE IX. PRIVATE PROPERTY RIGHTS (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address issues related to private property rights, resulting in a neutral rating.
ARTICLE X. STATE AND FEDERAL LANDS (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address state or federal land management, thus it is rated as neutral.
ARTICLE XI. WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT (Rating: 0)
The bill does not pertain to wildlife management, leading to a neutral rating.
ARTICLE XII. ECONOMY (Rating: 0)
The bill focuses on educational funding and does not directly impact broader economic policies, resulting in a neutral rating.
ARTICLE XIII. HEALTH AND WELFARE (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address health and welfare policies, so it is rated as neutral.
ARTICLE XIV. AMERICAN FAMILY (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address family values or related policies, resulting in a neutral rating.
ARTICLE XV. OLDER AMERICANS (Rating: 0)
The bill does not specifically address issues related to older Americans, thus it is rated as neutral.
ARTICLE XVI. LAW AND ORDER WITH JUSTICE (Rating: 0)
The bill does not involve law enforcement or judicial processes, leading to a neutral rating.
ARTICLE XVII. NATIONAL DEFENSE – SECURING THE BORDER (Rating: 0)
The bill does not pertain to national defense or border security, resulting in a neutral rating.
ARTICLE XVIII. ELECTION OF JUDGES AND IDAHO SUPREME COURT JUSTICES (Rating: 0)
The bill does not impact the election of judges or justices, so it is rated as neutral.
ARTICLE XIX. RELIGIOUS LIBERTY (Rating: 0)
The bill does not address religious liberty issues, leading to a neutral rating.
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