SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA – The evening of April 23, the Minnesota House of Representatives was expected to approve a new E-12 education budget that makes honest investments in every student in every public school. The budget is inspired by parents, students, teachers, staff, and administrators who have told legislators that current funding levels are not adequate.
“All Minnesota children deserve a world-class education and every opportunity to succeed,” said House Speaker Melissa Hortman. “Our Minnesota Values Budget would make significant investments in education to strengthen our workforce and support our students. House DFLers are working to build a Minnesota that works for everyone.”
As a result of destructive Republican budgeting, Minnesota’s public schools have experienced chronic underfunding. While some communities have the financial ability to build great schools through bond referendums and bigger operating levies, other communities with smaller property tax bases do not. Continue reading “Minnesota House Expected to Approve E-12 Education Budget”