Local school control amid Kansas legislative debate
In Kansas the session focus centers on school finance and Governor Finney's proposed education changes. The House Education Committee heard proposals as supporters and opponents from across the state weighed in. Local control is urged, with references to Article 6, Section 5 of the state constitution. The speaker criticizes the governor's direction and calls for tax reform on vehicle registration based on value. Debate continues on video lottery, casino gambling, and a split Health and Environment Department. A crease in livestock fencing bills is deemed ridiculous, while the Kansas Value Added Center saw sunset review and extension. Legislative coffees are scheduled statewide. contact details and office address provided.
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House Democrats propose new Kansas school funding plan
The House briefs blend Gov. Finney's task force ideas with added local control. It sets a base state aid per pupil at 3675 dollars, weights for higher cost programs, allows up to 10 percent local budget increases, and uses a 45 mill statewide levy with state aid to bond debt. Wealthier districts rely on local taxes. poorer districts receive state help, with projected costs.
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