Connecticut school districts could get a $170 million funding boost, House Democrats say
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Connecticut school districts may receive a $170 million funding boost, according to Democratic House leadership. The amount is less than the $180 million demanded by local leaders and education advocates.
Connecticut school districts could receive a $170 million funding boost, according to Democratic House leadership. This amount is more than Governor Ned Lamont's initial offer but less than the $350 million pushed by House Republicans. Local leaders and education advocates had demanded at least $180 million. The funding is part of the state's Education Cost Sharing formula, which has not seen a foundation amount increase since 2013. The final amount and source of funding will be determined in negotiations before the legislative session ends on May 6. The state's budget plan and Education Cost Sharing formula changes are being discussed, with a Blue-Ribbon Commission on K-12 Education Funding and Accountability created to reevaluate public school funding.
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