INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — An amendment authored by State Senator Greg Goode (R-Terre Haute) has been added to a bill that would allow Vigo County to transfer funding to the Vigo County School Corporation to help meet the district’s needs.
According to a press release, Amendment 33 to House Bill 1002 would create a local oversight board to ensure transparency and accountability in managing county resources for potential school improvements.
“The legislation comes after months of work with local leaders in Terre Haute to bring interested parties together to help make much-needed improvements in our school district,” said Sen. Goode.
The press release goes on to say the oversight board would be made up of members appointed by local government offices as well as the business community.
“These leaders understand what the Wabash Valley needs to be successful for decades to come, and I thank them for working with me on this legislation,” Goode said.
House Bill 1002 will now move to the Senate Committee on Appropriation for further consideration.
Sen. Goode said this bill is similar to Senate Bill 382, which was authored by himself and Senator Darly Schmitt (R-Jasper) and passed the Senate earlier this year.
Senate Bill 382 “provides that, if a county transfers or gifts any unencumbered funds to a school corporation, the county executive may establish a local board to have oversight and manage the use of the funds. Provides that the expenses of the local board shall be paid by the county,” according to the Indiana General Assembly.
