Pennsylvania's budget negotiations face a key obstacle over public education funding, where Democrats seek increased funding against Republican concerns over financial crisis.
Pennsylvania's budget negotiations face a key obstacle in determining spending for public education. Lawmakers aim to finalize the budget by June 30. Democrats advocate for increased funding due to decades of inequality between rich and poor public school districts, while Republicans warn that rapid spending increases may lead to financial crisis. Other potential budget topics include overhauling the state's permitting process, making college cheaper, and creating new tax breaks.
June 25, 2024
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