FRANKFORT, Ky. (WMDJ) — A bill aimed at increasing transparency in Kentucky school districts is moving forward in the state legislature.

Senate Bill 3 passed the Senate Education Committee Thursday morning on an 11–1 vote. Republican lawmakers have said education legislation is a priority during this year’s session.

The bill is sponsored by Republican Senator Lindsay Tichenor of District Six. It would require school districts to make certain financial information more easily available to the public, including budgets, expenses, and reports.

Under the proposal, districts would be required to post monthly credit card statements online, along with the superintendent’s contract, any additional compensation, financial audits, and the district’s final working budget.

The lone no vote in committee came from Republican Stephen Meredith, who said he supports the intent of the bill but believes it does not go far enough.

Senate Bill 3 now heads to the full Senate for consideration.