Block grant plan faces mixed support in Kansas finance debate
Topeka supporters urge repealing the Kansas school finance formula in favor of a block grant, calling the current system unwieldy. Opponents warn the change would drain money from poor districts as lawmakers hear HB 2403 and its Senate counterpart. Gov Brownback prioritizes reform amid ongoing litigation and potential court orders for more funds. House hearing set, Senate schedule follows.
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Holcomb USD 363 weighs block grant funding impact
Superintendent Jean Rush told the Holcomb school board that state bills proposing block grants to fund education could keep the district’s budget flat next year. She estimated Holcomb might lose about $255,000, with a 4 percent cut looming under Gov. Brownback proposals.
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Ag Dept Faces Push to Raise Water Overuse Fines
The Kansas Department of Agriculture plans to propose higher fines for overpumping groundwater to protect the Ogallala aquifer as drought and high prices strain irrigation. Secretary Jackie McClaskey said a proposal is in progress with public input possible by early April and a final action likely after the legislative session ends in May.
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