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Ref To Com On Rules, Calendar, and Operations of the House2026-04-29

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Plain Language Summary

This bill increases funding for the Innovations waiver program by $240 million to add 6,635 new slots for individuals with disabilities or long-term care needs. It simultaneously modifies the Opportunity Scholarship Program to prioritize lower-income families and reduces that program's funding by $240 million, redirecting those funds to the Innovations waiver expansion.

Arguments in Favor

• •Supporters argue this bill addresses a critical gap in services for people with disabilities, as the Innovations waiver has a substantial waitlist of individuals waiting for services.
• •They contend that focusing Opportunity Scholarship funds on the lowest-income families ensures school choice benefits reach those with the greatest financial need, while the bill's overall structure maintains school choice while prioritizing vulnerable populations in both programs.

Arguments Against

• •Opponents worry that reducing Opportunity Scholarship funding may limit educational choices for middle-income families who currently benefit from the program, and that the $240 million reduction could result in fewer scholarships or smaller award amounts for some students.
• •They may also question whether redirecting education funds to a health services program reflects the best use of state resources or represents a shift away from commitment to school choice expansion.