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politics17m ago
Lawmakers approve an approximate 6% funding boost for public education
- Utah finalizes the 2026-2027 public education budget with a 5.9% funding increase for K-12.
- The foundational weighted pupil unit was raised by 4.2%, equating to $191.4 million.
- Additional funds target early literacy and support for at‑risk students.
- Technology programs and specialized educator initiatives receive new funding.
- Budget includes funding for teacher supplies and materials to support classrooms.
- Some lawmakers express concern over program cuts and adjustments to educator pay.
- Senators warn that reductions touched non-lapsing and moderate growing balances.
- Lawmakers say the funding is designed to build futures by improving classrooms and teacher pay.
- The budget also allocates funds for expanded school lunches at reduced prices.
- Democratic lawmakers voice concern about program cuts impacting districts’ operations.
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