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politics2 years ago•1 min saved

"Gov. Kemp's Ambitious Plans: Pay Raises and Bonuses for Teachers and State Workers"

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp proposed a $306 million budget plan that includes $1,000 pay supplements for all state employees and K-12 teachers in FY 2024, as well as a 4% cost-of-living adjustment and $2,500 salary increase for teachers in FY 2025. The plan also features retention bonuses for state educators, increased funding for educator recruitment at Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and a boost in health insurance funding for K-12 teachers.

via WSB Atlanta|

#brian-kemp #georgia #legislative-priorities

education2 years ago•2 min saved

"Controversy Surrounds Texas' School Voucher Debate"

Opponents of school vouchers rallied outside the Texas Capitol, expressing their concerns about diverting state funds to private schools instead of improving public education and teacher salaries. They argue that vouchers would defund public schools and hinder educators' ability to budget effectively. Proponents, on the other hand, believe that parents should have the choice to decide where their children receive education. Governor Greg Abbott has called for lawmakers to reconsider passing a statewide voucher program during the upcoming special session.

via KEYE TV CBS Austin|

#education #funding-public-schools #opposition-rally

politics2 years ago•10 min saved

Texas Legislature Passes $302.6 Billion Budget with Tax Cuts and Raises for Teachers and State Employees.

The Texas House has approved a $302.6 billion state spending plan for the next two years, which includes pay raises for state employees, tax cuts, and more mental health services. The budget plan also leaves tens of billions of dollars in unspent general revenue available. The plan passed on a vote of 136-10, with a handful of Democrats and two Republicans voting against it. The budget now goes to the Senate Finance Committee, which has been readying its own proposal that is significantly different from the House version.

via The Texas Tribune|

#mental-health-services #politics #state-budget