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flag Iowa Senate passes 2% school funding boost for 2026-27, including $7M for paraeducator pay, amid partisan debate over adequacy.

flag The Iowa Senate approved a 2% increase in public school funding for 2026-27, a compromise between Republicans and Governor Kim Reynolds, following a missed legal deadline with no penalties. flag The move includes $7 million to raise pay for paraeducators, addressing recruitment and retention issues. flag Republicans say the increase ensures fiscal responsibility amid declining enrollment and revenue, while Democrats argue it falls short of inflation and continues years of underfunding, risking long-term student achievement.

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