Senate approves 161 million school funding bill
The Senate passed the 161 million education measure 25 14 with all 10 Democrats voting yes and Republicans split. Lawrence district would gain 4.6 million, including 27.4 million in tax relief for low wealth districts. Pine and Francisco supported the bill as a necessary compromise despite court order concerns. Sebelius issued a statement.
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Kansas Senate approves school finance package impact on Lawrence
Kansas lawmakers advanced a 161 million education package with 4.6 million earmarked for Lawrence to boost teacher salaries and cover rising costs. The plan adds 3.5 million for further requests while aiming to shield funding from court shutdowns, with votes and criticism from education advocates and district officials.
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Kline Conservatives Target Kansas Supreme Court Over Finance Ruling
Kansas lawmakers led by Attorney General Phill Kline attack the Supreme Court for ordering increased school funding. The court injunction calls for 143 million now and potentially 568 million next year, seen as an intrusion into legislative power. Proposals seek to curb court authority, alter funding language, and shift to elected justices, with mixed support across chambers.
State law firm touts victory in school funding debate
Kansas law firm Lathrop & Gage, hired by Attorney General Phill Kline, lists the court case as a win on its site. The Kansas Supreme Court ruled the school finance system unconstitutional and ordered the Legislature to boost funding, with as much as 850 million dollars, while the firm highlights earlier rulings and dismissals.
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Senate approves 161 million school finance plan
The Senate on Thursday passed the 161 million school finance bill by a 25 to 14 vote. Of 30 Republicans, 15 supported, 14 opposed, one absent. In Lawrence, Roger Pine and Marci Francisco both voted yes.
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