An Act increasing the Commonwealth's share of the education foundation budget
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to increase the amount of money the Commonwealth of Massachusetts receives from the Education Foundation budget. Currently, the state’s share of this funding is not explicitly defined, and this legislation aims to clarify and increase it. The bill’s proponents argue that a larger share of this funding would benefit public schools within the state. It is modeled after similar legislation previously introduced.
Key provisions
- Increases the Commonwealth's share of the Education Foundation budget.
- Provides for a more defined allocation of funds from the Education Foundation.
- Mirrors the intent of previous bills proposing similar increases.
- The bill was referred to the committee on Education.
- Accompanied by House bill H.704
Who is affected
- Public schools in Massachusetts
- Massachusetts residents
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
Notable changes
- Establishes a clearer formula for determining the Commonwealth’s contribution to the Education Foundation.
- Represents a continuation of efforts to increase funding for public education in the state.
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Joanne M. Comerford
Kathleen R. LaNatra
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