HOUSE BILL 86

51st legislature - STATE OF NEW MEXICO - second session, 2014

INTRODUCED BY

Christine Trujillo and Michael Padilla

AN ACT

MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR ACADEMIC AND ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO:

     SECTION 1. APPROPRIATION.--

          A. Two million dollars ($2,000,000) is appropriated from the general fund to the public education department for expenditure in fiscal years 2015 and 2016 for after-school and summer programs that provide expanded academic and enrichment learning opportunities for public school students. Any unexpended or unencumbered balance remaining at the end of fiscal year 2016 shall revert to the general fund.

          B. The public education department shall establish criteria to prioritize awards to programs that:

                (1) are aligned with educational plans for student success and common core standards;

                (2) provide academic enrichment;

                (3) help students meet state standards in core academic subjects;

                (4) increase opportunities for physical activity and improve student nutrition; and

                (5) collaborate with and leverage existing community partnerships and resources that have demonstrated effectiveness.

          C. A portion of each award, as determined by the public education department, shall be used to support professional development for after-school and summer program staff and to support an evaluation process focused on student outcomes and family satisfaction.

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