An Act fairly reimbursing local school transportation of foster children

This bill amends Massachusetts law to ensure school districts receive full payment for transporting foster children between their foster homes and their schools of origin. It requires the state to jointly apply with the Department of Children and Families for federal funding under the Every Student Succeeds Act to cover these transportation costs. If the federal government does not provide enough money to cover the certified expenses, the state will pay the remaining balance directly to the school district. The legislation directly affects school districts, foster care placements, and the state departments responsible for education and child welfare.