SCHOOLS/CHARTER: Authorizes initial proposals for charter schools with corporate partners to be made to the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education as Type 2 charter school proposals (EN SEE FISC NOTE LF RV)

This bill allows charter schools that have corporate partners to submit their initial proposals directly to the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education instead of the local school board. It defines a corporate partner as any registered legal entity, other than specific government agencies or excluded corporations, that provides donations or resources to the school. By categorizing these schools as Type 2 charter proposals, the legislation streamlines the approval process for partnerships involving private companies. The law also includes a statement supporting partnerships that offer public benefits such as health, safety, and infrastructure support.