House Bill 521

Idaho House Bill 521 – School Modernization Facilities Fund

Idaho House Bill 521 established the School Modernization Facilities Fund as a statewide program designed to support public school facility improvements across Idaho. The legislation authorizes the State of Idaho to issue bonds and distribute funds to school districts for qualifying capital projects that modernize, repair, and improve school facilities.

The program is intended to address long-term facility needs in Idaho’s public schools by providing a dedicated source of funding for building upgrades, infrastructure improvements, safety enhancements, and other capital projects that extend the useful life of school facilities. All funds distributed through this program are subject to state oversight, compliance requirements, and audit standards to ensure responsible use of public resources.

House Bill 521 outlines eligible uses, reporting requirements, and timelines for expenditure of funds, ensuring that projects funded through the program directly support educational environments and meet defined state criteria.

You can view the full legislation here: House Bill 521.