general appropriations act; 2024-2025.

SB 1735 is the 2024-2025 General Appropriations Act for Arizona, which allocates over $7.4 billion to the Department of Education and other state agencies. The bill directly affects public school districts, private schools receiving state aid, and various educational programs by distributing funds for teacher salaries, student services, and facility maintenance. Key provisions include specific funding amounts for basic state aid, special education, adult education, and school safety, while also establishing rules on how certain revenue sources must be spent. Additionally, the legislation requires the state board of education to review the financial impact of any proposed changes to the achievement testing program before implementation.