Mary Franson
HF 719 status: Introduced — Secretary of State Chapter 130 05/27/26 (updated May 27, 2026).
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The state government will issue bonds to fund a 'Safe Routes to School' grant program, specifically targeting infrastructure improvements like sidewalks and crossing paths.
Students, local school districts, and municipal governments responsible for school zone traffic infrastructure.
Municipalities and school districts must apply for and receive grant funding to execute defined safety infrastructure projects.
The state will incur costs through bonding and subsequent debt service; local entities may face ongoing maintenance costs.
The bill has been enacted as of May 27, 2026 (Chapter 130).
Improved physical safety for students, increased opportunities for physical activity, and modernized school-zone infrastructure.
Increased state debt, potential for uneven project distribution, and the reliance on local maintenance to ensure long-term safety.
The exact total appropriation amount and the specific selection criteria for which school zones receive grants.
Modeled effects across six domains, estimated from bill text and comparable legislation.
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