2023 Iowa voucher law opens 36 private schools, closes 16 public schools, shifting over $360m from public to private education.

Iowa's 2023 voucher law has led to the opening of 36 new private schools and the closure of 16 public schools, raising concerns among Democrats and educators about its impact on public education, particularly in rural areas. The program, costing over $360 million, shifts funding from public to private schools, prompting a debate on school choice. Critics argue it benefits wealthier families and decreases accountability, while Republicans defend it as expanding educational options.

October 11, 2024
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